Walter Renwick

Walter Renwick is a former lumberjack who became the target of online accusations and abuse after the illegal felling of the iconic Sycamore Gap tree in Northumberland. Despite being questioned by Northumbria Police, he was released without charge, as investigations revealed he had no involvement in the crime. Renwick had recently faced personal upheaval after being evicted from Plankey Mill, a family farm that had been in his family for generations, which compounded the distress caused by the wrongful accusations. His experience highlights the impact of social media speculation and the challenges faced by individuals in the wake of public scrutiny.