Diesel‑sprayed trees and palms discovered in Tindaya

Incident

• Municipal garden workers discovered that trees and palms transplanted in the Lomo Blanco street flowerbed had been doused with diesel fuel.
• The act follows a pattern of vandalism in La Oliva, which also includes thefts and uprooted plants in various green areas, hindering the restoration of flowerbeds, trees, and other vegetation.

Official Reactions

“These incidents halt the work of the council and prevent the municipal garden improvement plan from moving forward. Caring for our municipality is a responsibility that falls on all citizens; we ask you to report any action that threatens the well‑being of La Oliva.” — Isaí Blanco, Mayor of La Oliva

“We call on residents to protect and respect the green spaces we are creating and to report any suspicious activity to the Local Police that could jeopardize this work.” — Verónica Saavedra, Councilor for Gardens and Green Areas

• The town hall has filed a police report, and despite the vandalism, the Local Police and municipal garden services will continue their surveillance and maintenance duties in the area.