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Police launch appeal after Borders fly-tipping incidents

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Police launch appeal after Borders fly-tipping incidents

Date of alert:

Tuesday, 7 March 2023

Crime Ref:

Force:

Police Scotland

Police Scotland received reports of fly-tipping last week close to the Tweed Bridge in Galashiels.

The incident took place on Friday, March 3.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Police Scotland is appealing for witnesses following a report of fly-tipping on Friday, 3 March, 2023, on the B7060, close to the Tweed Bridge, Galashiels.

"A large quantity of tree cuttings was deposited on the live carriageway. The vehicle suspected of being involved is described as a white flatbed.