Callerton - Watchlist site 183
The site
Approximately 250 tonnes of mixed shredded waste was deposited unlawfully on a site in Callerton near Newcastle upon Tyne. This waste has now been cleared from watchlist site 183.
The problem
No current or likely environmental and community impacts have been reported as all waste deposited illegally has now been removed.
The action we have taken
The Environment Agency’s North East Area Environmental Crime team launched a criminal investigation into activity on the site. We identified potential suspects for the waste crime and have made 2 arrests have been made in connection with this investigation. Inquiries continue and our investigations are ongoing.
We received media interest in the site and we have provided regular updates to the press, the area’s MP and the elected mayor.