Police warn against illegal dumping

The Township of Mulmur is reporting an increase in illegal dumping of garbage.

Dufferin OPP is reminding the community that illegal dumping of garbage is an offence and those found in violation will be charged.

Items being dumped along roadways range from household garbage, tires, construction waste and even restaurant waste.

The clean-up efforts can be very costly for all Dufferin County taxpayers. The OPP are requesting that citizens contact the police immediately when they observe suspicious vehicles dumping unknown materials and garbage.

Anyone caught illegally dumping can be charged with trespassing, engaging in a prohibited activity, littering, and illegal dumping in contravention to the municipal bylaw, among other charges.

If witnesses spot suspicious vehicle operators dumping unknown materials, police ask them to report it immediately by calling 1-888-310-1122. Note vehicle description, licence plate number, occupant description and direction of travel. To report illegal dumping after the fact, please contact the municipality.