Police dismantle tree-sit protest in Germany's Bannwald forest
Police cleared a tree-sit protest in Langen’s Bannwald forest on Thursday. The operation targeted two individuals who had barricaded themselves in a treehouse platform. Authorities confirmed no injuries occurred during the action.
The police operation focused on removing protesters illegally occupying the protected woodland. Specialised units were brought in to safely lower the two individuals from the treehouse to the ground. After verifying their identities, officers issued trespass orders to both.
The action follows renewed protests against plans to clear 21 hectares of the local conservation area. The land is set to be converted into a gravel pit, sparking opposition from environmental activists. Police confirmed the operation aimed to dismantle the tree-sit occupation and restore order in the forest.
The two individuals were removed without incident and given trespass orders. The police operation successfully ended the tree-sit protest in Bannwald forest. Authorities continue to monitor the area as tensions over the gravel pit plans persist.
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