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Mendoza Fines Religious Order ARS 4.2 Million for Graffiti in Protected Reserve

The provincial resolution sets a 10,000–fiscal unit penalty under environmental law with immediate, authorized cleaning of the painted rocks.

Overview

  • Park rangers reported on September 15 that members of the Instituto del Verbo Encarnado spray‑painted rocks and posts in El Manzano Histórico.
  • Officials documented 20 markings of about 35 by 35 centimeters and two larger inscriptions of 60 by 70 centimeters indicating a route to Laguna de Arenales.
  • The Dirección de Áreas Protegidas imposed the sanction under Law 6045, and contravencional authorities cited Articles 117 and 138 quater of the local code.
  • The congregation acknowledged responsibility, expressed regret and was ordered to carry out site restoration using a method pre‑approved by the authority.
  • No criminal charges are indicated in the coverage, and the enforcement echoes a July Potrerillos case that led to fines over ARS 2 million and mandated cleanup.