Council appeals for information after two separate incidents
North East Lincolnshire Council has launched an appeal after CCTV captured two separate incidents of fly‑tipping in Grimsby. The authority is asking residents to check the images and contact them if they recognise the people involved as investigations continue.
Where and when the incidents happened
The council says the first incident occurred on Rutland Street on Wednesday 10 June 2026 at around 9.11am. Footage from that location reportedly shows an individual throwing items of rubbish across the street.
The second event took place on the corner of Park Street and Brereton Avenue on Sunday 28 June 2026 at 4.07pm. That video allegedly shows a man placing a fireplace against a house while walking a dog.
What the council is asking the public to do
Officers continue to investigate both incidents and are appealing for anyone with information to contact them. The council has provided a phone number and email address for tips, and has asked callers to quote the reference numbers for each case.
- Phone: 01472 326299 (Option 1)
- Email: communications@nelincs.gov.uk
- Reference: PR202606-52503 for Rutland Street
- Reference: PR202607-53135 for Brereton Avenue
Why fly‑tipping matters locally
The council reminder explains that fly‑tipping is the illegal disposal of waste and ranges from a single bag to large quantities of construction debris. It can present hazards to people and wildlife, harm the local environment and place a financial burden on the council, which spends tens of thousands of pounds clearing dumped rubbish each year.
Officials also stress that fly‑tipping undermines legitimate waste businesses by allowing operators who flout the law to undercut those working within the rules.
How residents can help prevent incidents
The council lists several practical steps householders and businesses can take to reduce the risk of their waste being fly‑tipped:
- Report incidents promptly via the council website's fly‑tipping reporting service.
- If hiring someone to remove waste, check they are a registered waste carrier before handing over material.
- Keep records and receipts for waste removal so origins can be traced if necessary.
| Incident | Location | Date & Time | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rubbish thrown across street | Rutland Street, Grimsby | 10 June 2026, c. 09:11 | PR202606-52503 |
| Fireplace placed against house | Corner of Park Street & Brereton Avenue, Grimsby | 28 June 2026, c. 16:07 | PR202607-53135 |
Those with information are asked to call 01472 326299 (Option 1) or email communications@nelincs.gov.uk and quote the relevant reference number.
Clear information and community vigilance can help the council identify those responsible and reduce the frequency of dumping across North East Lincolnshire.
