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Waste Dumping Arrest: Thousands of Tonnes Illegally Disposed
1 Oct
Summary
- Thousands of tonnes of waste were illegally dumped at three sites.
- A 32-year-old man from Sunderland was arrested in connection with the dumps.
- Police and Environment Agency are investigating sites in Peterlee, Hartlepool, and near Newcastle Airport.
A significant investigation into illegal waste dumping has led to the arrest of a 32-year-old man from Sunderland. This action is in connection with the disposal of thousands of tonnes of waste across north-east England.
The implicated sites include the former Dewhirst Site in Peterlee, Hart Quarry in Hartlepool, and another location at Callerton, near Newcastle Airport. These dumps were reported over the summer months, prompting immediate action from law enforcement and environmental agencies.
Northumbria Police and the Environment Agency have been actively investigating these sites. Concrete barriers were erected to restrict access while officers conducted thorough searches of the dumped waste to gather evidence. The cumulative amount of waste involved is substantial, estimated to be thousands of tonnes.
