Gotcha! Amazon package proves downfall of Shropshire fly-tipper
A resident has been issued a £400 fine after an empty Amazon package led the council right to their door.
Telford & Wrekin Council issued a Fixed Penalty Notice to a resident after an identifying package was found among rubbish dumped in the village of Bratton.
The rubbish on Bratton Lane, off the A442, was discovered by a member of the public and a council employee.
An empty Amazon package was among the rubbish, and contained a name and address which was traced back to a resident in Apley. The offender was issued a £400 fine by enforcement officers.
Councillor Richard Overton, cabinet member for housing, enforcement and transport, said: “This case sends out a clear message that Telford & Wrekin Council is determined to clamp down on fly tipping which is a significant cost to taxpayers.
“The illegal dumping of rubbish has a detrimental impact on the lives of residents. It is an eyesore as well as a health hazard causing unpleasant smells and attracting vermin. It can also create a dangerous environment for children, animals and wildlife."
As part of a drive to crack down on fly tippers, the council has launched Telford and Wrekin Watch – an initiative where residents can help identify offenders caught on CCTV or report information that could lead to a prosecution by calling 01952 388800.
To report a fly tip, visit the website telford.gov.uk/watch where you will also find all the latest appeals.
