A Facebook status posted by the Malta Ranger Unit highlighted an incident involving a large group of underaged teenagers and an adult who defaced the area at Qalet Marku.
The Rangers discovered the group, along with the adult who left before the arrival of the police, leaving trash scattered across a wide area, including near the seashore. Additionally, the hot charcoal from their BBQ was dumped onto the garigue.
Upon the arrival of the EPU Police, who caught the group still swimming at Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq bay, all individuals identified by the Rangers were escorted back to the scene and required to clean up every piece of litter they had left behind. The Rangers and Police emphasised to the youngsters that this behaviour was unacceptable and educated them about the importance of leaving no trace and respecting the natural environment they were enjoying.
The adult who had left the site with their vehicle was successfully documented by the Rangers, and the full footage will be handed over to the Malta Police EPU for investigation and the issuance of a fine. The Malta Ranger Unit encourages parents and guardians to have conversations with their minors about the consequences and ethical implications of littering. It is crucial to instil in young individuals the values of responsible behaviour, both at home and in nature.
Furthermore, parents should be aware that they can be held accountable for the actions of their underaged children. The Malta Ranger Unit expresses gratitude to the EPU Police for their dedicated service in handling such incidents.
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