More Tree Vandalism In The Twin Cities Reported

ROBBINSDALE, MN — City officials in the Minneapolis suburb of Robbinsdale have discovered several trees that they say have been intentionally damaged in Lakeview Terrace Park. At least one of the damaged trees will likely not survive, according to authorities.

"The City takes pride in maintaining an urban canopy and doesn’t take the crime lightly," officials said in a statement. "We ask that if residents see something, say something by calling 911."

Intentional tree damage across the metro

Since March, the Dakota County Sheriff's Office has been investigating recent damage to several large, mature black cherry trees in Eagan's Lebanon Hills Regional Park.

Girdling, also called ring-barking, is a technique used in forestry, horticulture, and, in these cases, vandalism, to remove an entire strip of bark from the circumference of a tree.

Read more: Vandals Target Trees In Popular Eagan Park

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