Sealing of a residential house in the historical context of Yazd by the order of the judicial authority following illegal excavation

The commander of the cultural heritage protection unit of Yazd province informed about the sealing of a residential house in the historical context of Yazd by the order of the judicial authority and following the occurrence of unauthorized excavation.

According to Aria Heritage Reporter, Colonel Saeed Mirjalili stated: In order to safeguard the cultural heritage and protect the privacy and authenticity of the historical fabric of Yazd city, a residential house was sealed due to unauthorized excavation, by the order of the judicial authority and the action of the Cultural Heritage Protection Unit agents.

The Commander of Cultural Heritage Protection Unit of Yazd Province added: This action was carried out with the cooperation and participation of 12 Yazd Sheriff's Office agents, and in this context, a court case has been filed, and the issue is being pursued through the competent judicial authorities in order to investigate the dimensions of the incident, ascertain the legal responsibility of the owner and make the appropriate decision.

Emphasizing the legal treatment of any actions that violate the protection rules in historical areas, Mir Jalili asked the citizens to inform the competent authorities as soon as possible if they see any unauthorized digging, destruction or attack on historical monuments and monuments.

He emphasized: The historical and cultural heritage of Yazd, as a valuable part of the identity and authenticity of this city, requires the continuous cooperation of responsible institutions and the conscious participation of citizens in its protection and preservation.