Criminal investigation underway over North Watford fly-tip

Bits of sofas, a bed, rubbish, seats, chairs, bags, and wooden planks litter the service road to the rear of Hazel Tree Road, North Watford.

Labour councillor for the area Asif Khan says he had already been pushing for action and clearance over the site when a local raised the issue and told him his children have to walk past the "horrid" spot.

Fly-tipped items in the service road (Image: Clrr Asif Khan)

He redoubled his efforts and the borough council has now confirmed an investigation is well underway.

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Pictures taken by Cllr Asif Khan of rubbish in the area/Cllr Asif Khan (Image: Cllr Asif Khan)

A spokesperson said: “The council is aware of the fly-tip and it is part of an ongoing criminal investigation, evidence has been found and formal legal action will be taken against those responsible, where possible.”

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As the rubbish is on private land, the council is apparently working with the landowner to get it cleared.

Fly-tipping is a criminal offence that can result in fines of up to £50,000, or even an unlimited fine or custodial sentence if the case goes to crown court.

“There is no excuse for not disposing of waste legally, it blights our communities and is a priority of the council to stamp it out,” the spokesperson added.