A ‘large quantity’ of waste is said to have been discovered at a site in west Hull
A Hull resident has been successfully prosecuted and fined following what Hull City Council called a “serious fly-tipping incident”. In January of this year, a large quantity of construction waste was discovered behind D&S Specks in Wold Road, the authority said.
The council’s streetcare and grounds team swiftly cleared the site, and an environmental enforcement officer launched an investigation. A distinctive building product found among the waste was traced back to a local DIY supplier, leading officers to identify Rafal Lukasczyk, of Leonard Street, Hull, as the purchaser.
Following further enquiries and evidence gathering, the council referred the case for prosecution. Lukasczyk appeared at Hull Magistrates’ Court, where he pleaded guilty to an offence under section 34(2A) of the Environmental Protection Act 1990.
He received a 12-month conditional discharge and was ordered to pay £690 in costs and compensation to the council. He also now holds a criminal record.
Councillor Charles Quinn, portfolio holder for environment, said: “There is absolutely no excuse for fly-tipping. It’s illegal, unsightly and costs the taxpayer money that could be better spent on essential services.
“This prosecution sends a clear message that we will not tolerate fly-tipping. We investigate every report we receive and will always take action against those responsible.
“If you witness fly-tipping or capture it on your mobile, dash cam, video doorbell or CCTV, please remember to report it to us. Your information can help us identify and prosecute offenders.”
To report incidents of fly-tipping, visit Fly-tipping-Hull, or alternatively call 01482 300 300. For further information regarding disposal and recycling of household waste, email loveyourstreet@hullcc.gov.uk
About fly-tipping
- Fly-tipping is defined as the “illegal deposit of any waste onto land that does not have a licence to accept it”.
- Anyone found guilty of fly-tipping will receive a £1,000 fine.
- If the fine is not paid, attempts to communicate are ignored or the council has to remove waste, the case is passed on to the council’s legal team for prosecution.
- Prosecution for fly-tipping can result in an unlimited fine, imprisonment, or both.