Police have launched an investigation after reports that trees were being cut down to use as firewood in the Lake District.
Officers said it was reported that a group of people, who were drinking, were responsible for the criminal damage at arond 6.45am on Saturday near Wastwater.
They said they were keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident.
A spokesman added: “Police would like to advise, to those who are travelling to Wasdale and other areas of the Lake District, that this sort of behaviour will not be tolerated and action will be taken against those who damage the land.”
Anyone with information relating to this incident can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/reportit, quoting incident number 61 of 12th of June or call 101.
Alternatively, call the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111.
