A woman has shared her outrage after claiming her neighbour cut down her trees and then sent her a bill for over £1,000 to cover the cost. The incident, which she described as 'nasty' and uncalled for, has sparked widespread discussion online.
The Incident
Posting anonymously on Reddit, the woman explained that her neighbour, with whom she had only cordial relations, had a large number of trees removed from his property a few weeks ago. Shortly after, she received an emailed invoice demanding payment for tree and stump removal, totalling more than £1,000, with a set deadline.
Shocked, she replied calmly, stating she had never agreed to the removal of her trees or to pay for the work. She also cited legal grounds for not being liable. The neighbour responded aggressively, claiming he had attempted to contact her earlier via email, though she says that message only mentioned he was having tree work done and did not specify cutting down her trees.
Legal and Public Reaction
The woman has refused to pay and plans to contact her insurance company. She questioned whether she could be held liable, especially since she believed the trees were on her property. The Reddit post attracted hundreds of comments, with many users supporting her stance.
One commenter suggested she should send the neighbour a bill for the value of the trees he destroyed. Another noted that he had provided evidence of his guilt via email. Many advised her to consult a specialist in tree or property law.
Key Advice
Experts remind property owners that cutting down someone else's trees without permission is generally illegal and can result in liability for damages. Anyone facing a similar situation should seek professional legal advice before taking action.
