Aberdeen youngsters devastated after street flower beds torn up
Ashley Road residents have been asked to report "anything suspicious' after plants disappeared overnight
A group of Aberdeen youngsters have been left devastated after a carefully planted flower bed mysteriously vanished overnight.
Children living on Ashley Road transformed the base of a tree to brighten the area and attract bees and butterflies.
Their efforts delighted local residents, with one saying they had been inspired by the humble project.
However, they awoke to find that both flowers and ornaments had been removed, without explanation.
Local councillor Martin Greig said he hoped locals would report “anything suspicious” they had seen in an effort to work out what happened.
One local resident said of the flowers: “We saw them over the weekend and they were lovely.
“I was thinking we should all do it, but then they were gone.”
A donation box had been placed outside with hopes of raising money to decorate another tree on the street.
Residents were shocked by the prompt removal of what they described as a thoughtful and loving gesture.
A neighbour explained she’d seen the decorations over the weekend, but was unaware they had been removed.
“It was a really sweet idea,” she said.
“It’s disgusting someone’s gone and done that.
Local LibDem Councillor Martin Greig is looking into the removal of the flowers.
He said: “Ashley Road School has a strong commitment outdoor issues.
“The learners very much enjoy projects that involve growing plants, gardening and respecting the environment.
“It is very worrying that a project they have worked on so hard has disappeared.”
He added: “The young people are especially concerned, I hope local people will be able to help solve the problem.
“If anyone has seen any activity that is suspicious or strange, they should make contact with any useful information.
“It is vital to encourage and support the great work of the pupils, teachers and staff in cultivating greenery.”
[Source: Press and Journal]
