We're Cracking Down On Foul Play

North Norfolk District Council has had success in catching dog owners who allow their pets to commit fouling offences.

And the message to owners is: "We can catch you any time, any where."

The council has been making use of a new tool in the fight against anti-social behaviour, including dog fouling, in the form of a mobile CCTV system.

And three £50 fixed penalty notices have been served for offences under the Dog Fouling of Land Act.

Environmental protection team leader Mark Whitmore said: The cameras were invaluable in these cases as the fouling happened in the early hours of the morning and it would have normally required significant manpower to resolve the situation."

The camera works when triggered by a motion sensor and footage is recorded. Video clips are then automatically e-mailed to an investigating officer.

It is then a case of reviewing the material and investigating the people and animals responsible before issuing the notices.

The cameras can also be used to catch fly-tippers, particularly as it is another offence which tends to occur outside normal office hours.

The council is currently investigating funding for more CCTV equipment.

ENDS