Sycamore Gap suspect pictured for the first time as he appears in court to deny causing damage to the iconic tree

A SUSPECT charged with felling the famous Sycamore Gap tree has been pictured for the first time as he appeared before a judge.

Daniel Graham, 38, of Milbeck Stables, Carlisle, was at Newcastle Crown Court for a 10 minute pre-trial hearing.

GettyDaniel Graham leaves after attending the Sycamore Gap tree felling pre-trial at Newcastle Crown Court[/caption] PAPolice officers looking at the tree at Sycamore Gap next to Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland[/caption] PACourt artist sketch of Graham and Adam Carruthers...