‘We take illegal dumping seriously in King’: Investigations into illegal dumping yield fines nearing $1,000

Garbage, yard waste illegally dumped in King Township

Yorkregion.com
June 9, 2022
Laura Broadley

Three different investigations into illegal dumping in King Township by bylaw enforcement officers have led to nearly $1,000 in fines.

The first case that a bylaw enforcement officer investigated was a case of illegal dumping of garbage on 7th Concession near the King--Vaughan Townline in April. The officer was able to identify the suspect using a variety of tactics. The suspect, a man from Vaughan, admitted to illegal dumping. He was issued a $305 fine under King’s clean yards bylaw.

The second case happened in May near the same location on 7th Concession. Someone dumped yard waste, including freshly cut Manitoba maple trees. An officer was able to identify a vehicle associated with the illegal dumping after an investigation. The owner of the vehicle, a man from North York, admitted to dumping the yard waste. He was issued a $305 fine.

The third case happened when a business owner in Schomberg confronted a man throwing garbage in his dumpster. After a brief confrontation, the man left the scene and the owner contacted the bylaw enforcement division. An officer was able to identify the suspect as living in Nobleton after an investigation. He admitted to illegal dumping and was given a $305 fine.

“We take illegal dumping seriously in King. Thank you to the members of our community for being vigilant, reporting what they saw and providing key pieces of information and evidence. Due to the thorough investigative work by the bylaw enforcement team, we are sending a message that we will take the time and effort to make sure those treating King like a garbage dump are going to pay the price.”