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Vandals Smash Gnomes in Forests Across the Country
Vandalism has repeatedly targeted gnome forests in Dutch towns such as Alphen, Berlicum, and Capelle aan den IJssel, with residents expressing shock and sadness over the destruction. Lina van Drunen from Erasmus University Rotterdam explains that vandals lack the emotional bond and empathy required to understand the sentimental value these objects hold for the community. She notes that younger individuals often struggle to integrate social consequences into their perspective, making it easier for them to destroy items without recognizing the hurt caused to others.
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