Tree crime in Kirchdorf: Perpetrator mutilates trees with salt!

Tree crime in Kirchdorf: Perpetrator mutilates trees with salt!

An unknown perpetrator is currently causing a stir in Kirchdorf am Inn. As the Passauer Neue Presse Reportedly, several trees in the Hitzenau district were severely damaged between Monday, June 9th and Friday, June 20th. The perpetrator not only damaged the roots of the trees, but also deliberately spread salt - an extremely harmful method that can lead to permanent damage to the trees.

The Simbach am Inn police station has already started investigations and is investigating suspicions of trespassing and property damage. According to initial estimates, the estimated damage is around 200 euros. The police are asking the public for help: Anyone who has relevant information about suspicious people or vehicles in the Hitzenau area is asked to call 08571/9139-0.

Damages and legal aspects

What now follows this incident? In the event of tree damage, there may be claims for damages, as the experts at Herfurtner law firm present. According to German law, tree damage must be taken seriously as it can have significant economic consequences. The obligation to pay compensation applies if the person causing the damage negligently caused the damage and it can be proven that it was due to an act or omission. This applies to the destruction of the roots.

In order to assert claims for damages, certain requirements are necessary. What is crucial is that the damage to the tree is concrete and verifiable and that the person who caused the damage can be held responsible for it. In the event of a dispute, experts recommend consulting a tree expert to document the condition and exact cause of the damage.

Traffic safety obligation

But where does the responsibility for the trees lie? After jurisprudence Tree owners have a duty to ensure traffic safety. This duty states that property owners must ensure that their trees do not pose any danger. Regular inspections are essential to prevent improper care or failure to comply with safety regulations from causing damage for which the owner may be held liable.

In the present case, compliance with this obligation becomes particularly important because a third party appears to have intentionally caused damage. The police and legal contacts advise documenting all steps and, if necessary, taking legal action to compensate for the damage caused.

The situation in Kirchdorf am Inn vividly shows how important the protection and care of trees is for the community. The damaged piece of nature provokes not only legal but also personal outrage and makes it clear that the preservation of our environment should be a central concern for all citizens.