Pair felled Sycamore Gap tree, face jail

Two men have been found guilty of criminal damage for felling the Sycamore Gap tree, facing up to a decade in prison. The verdict follows a trial centered on the iconic tree's destruction. Evidence presented linked Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers to the scene, including video footage and vehicle tracking data. The prosecution argued the pair acted together, motivated by senseless vandalism, and exchanged excited messages afterward. The felled tree, a popular landmark at Hadrian's Wall, sparked widespread outrage. Sentencing is scheduled for July 15, with the court considering the significant damage and potential for a lengthy custodial sentence.