People who dump rubbish in Belper risk being caught on camera as part of a campaign to help put a stop to fly-tipping.
State-of-the-art CCTV is the latest tool being used as part of the campaign involving Derbyshire County Council, the Environment Agency and Amber Valley Borough Council.
Mobile cameras will be set-up at fly-tipping hot-spots across the county, inc
luding in Belper, to help catch fly-tippers in the act.
The surveillance equipment is kitted out with the latest digital recording technology, which produces high-quality footage in daylight and at night, which is clear enough to use as evidence in court.
The images will be used to help identify fly-tippers and the vehicles they use to commit their crime.
Councillor Brian Lucas, Derbyshire County Council's cabinet member for environmental services, said: "Fly-tipping is a nuisance.
It looks a mess, is dangerous, it's against the law and it costs the taxpayer money to clear up.
These new cameras will make it increasing likely that those responsible will be caught and this sends out a clear message to fly-tippers - we won't put up with it."
Other methods being used to catch fly-tippers as part of the campaign include collecting finger-prints and DNA samples from rubbish.
Residents who spot dumped rubbish should call 08456 058 058 so it can be removed and investigated. People can also call if they see someone fly-tipping.
Fly tipping can lead to fines of up £50,000 or 12 months in prison.
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