GARDAÍ IN TIPPERARY arrested a man after receiving reports in Cahir about the possible disposal of the contents of septic tanks along the N8.
Gardaí from the local police unit met with locals and identified the affected areas after receiving reports that septic tank contents were being dumped on a three to four kilometer stretch near a school, a place hikers and cyclists frequently visit.
They then launched an operation to find the suspect and identified a tractor and slurry tanker that may have been involved before arresting a man in his sixties.
The suspect was taken to Cahir Garda Station and detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984. He was later released without charge and a file is to be kept for the prosecutor.
Tipperary County Council officials also visited the scene to conduct an inspection.
Gardaí and the local authorities have warned that improper disposal of this material can have drastic effects on humans, animals and the environment.
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The public is urged to contact gardaí or their local council if they suspect a violation of the Waste Management Act.
Any homeowner whose waste has been removed must use an authorized waste collector who has received valid approval from the National Waste Collection Permitting Office.
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