A Missouri couple's new home was affected by a contractor scam. The couple, who had recently purchased the property, returned to find a decades-old oak tree in their front yard had been cut down.

The tree's removal was discovered after the couple received a text message from a neighbor. They initially suspected the previous homeowner or the city, but began investigating by calling local tree companies.

Further details about the incident, including the couple's efforts to identify who was responsible, are available from the source. The couple's experience is an example of a contractor scam, although specific details about the scam are not provided here.