Two Men Charged with Criminal Damage to Sycamore Gap Tree and Hadrian's Wall

Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers face court next month for their alleged involvement in the vandalism of the iconic tree and historic site.

Daniel Graham, 38, and Adam Carruthers, 31, will appear in court on May 15, 2024, after being charged with causing criminal damage.
The Sycamore Gap tree, a beloved 200-year-old landmark next to Hadrian's Wall, was cut down last September.
Public and police confusion initially led to another Daniel Graham being wrongfully harassed by amateur detectives.
Efforts are underway to propagate new life from the felled tree, with hopes that the Sycamore Gap tree might regrow.
The case has attracted significant public attention and authorities urge against speculation that could affect the trial.