Crackdown on fly-tippers in Burnley results in seizure of van and offensive weapon

The vehicle, and the weapon found inside it, were seized in the Kingsdale Avenue area as part of an operation headed up by neighbourhood officers from Burnley police and Burnley Council’s streetscene team.

Also as part of the strategy to target illegal waste removals the team issued a series of traffic offence reports and gathered vital intel about businesses operating illegally. They also asked a number of van drivers to account for their waste transfer loads.

A spokesman for Burnley police said: “These operations are vital to ensure streets are kept clean and prevent unnecessary costs to tax payers

“We will continue to act and work to protect against waste and environmental crimes. Please report any concerns to your local council.”