Gozo Rangers from the Malta Ranger Unit happened to be in the right place at the right time while patrolling Gozo, when they suddenly spotted a truck tipping up a container filled with mixed waste over a quarry edge in Gozo.
The case was documented and evidence to identify the offender secured, the Rangers said.
The Rangers called Environment & Resources Authority enforcement, who went immediately on site. “We wish to thank the Enforcement Officer on duty for the quick response,” the MRU added.
Quarry irregularities are not new to MRU Rangers. “Our Rangers, as well as members of the public, have reported breaches of regulations for various sites in Malta on several occasions. However, the lack of integrity and willingness to adhere to regulations seem to persist.”
The MRU urged the Authorities to “increase the weight of the consequences to motivate lawful operations. We will follow this case and see what the outcome is and update the general public.”
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