Man who ‘murdered’ tree to protect property deal is facing huge fine
Man who ‘murdered’ tree to protect property deal is facing huge fine
Robert Page is facing a huge fine after being convicted in a ‘murder trial of a tree’ (Picture: BNPS)
A homeowner is facing an unlimited fine after being convicted of destroying a tree in a case likened to a ‘murder trial’ by a judge.
Robert Page, 71, feared the 65ft tall mature Monterey pine could scupper a £100,000 property deal.
Page took matters into his own hands after being denied planning…