In a commendable effort to combat illegal dumping, the Health Department of Lautoka City Council has successfully identified and tracked down a litter offender who had illegally deposited household waste along Abaca Roadside. The discovery was made during routine monitoring of hotspot sites notorious for illegal dumping in the rural extended areas. It is worth noting that this particular area had recently been cleaned by the council.

Thanks to the meticulous investigation carried out by the Health Department, the offender was traced using names found on exercise books and other discarded documents at the site. The council ensured that the waste was promptly cleared by the offender and appropriately disposed of at the landfill.

To emphasize the seriousness of the offense, the litter offender was issued a Litter Offence Fix Penalty notice, imposing a $40.00 spot fine. The offender is required to pay the fine within 21 days, failure of which legal action will be taken.

The Lautoka City Council intends to send a strong message to all potential litter offenders, emphasizing that anyone caught littering will face the full brunt of the law. Additionally, the council urges citizens to join hands in keeping Lautoka City clean and healthy, fostering a sense of shared responsibility.

By taking swift action against litter offenders, the Lautoka City Council aims to preserve the beauty of the city and create a healthier environment for its residents.