Five individuals in Walsall face hefty fines for littering, with penalties totaling hundreds of pounds for their irresponsible actions
Rebekah Price from Halesowen threw a plastic bottle from her car in Wednesbury. She was fined £488 after her court hearing in Birmingham.
Rasham Singh from Birmingham tossed takeaway packaging onto Pelsall High Street. His total fine is £289 for littering.
Kai Williams, also from Coventry, left food packaging on the same street. He was fined £141, even though he parked near a litter bin.
Edmond Oshobughie from Birmingham dumped food packaging next to a litter bin in Walsall. He received a £360 fine.
Ben Clews from Brownhills dropped a drink container at Oak Park Leisure Centre. His total fines amount to £584.72.
Councillor Garry Perry emphasized the council’s commitment to holding litterers accountable. He expressed disappointment over people littering near bins and praised the community protection team’s efforts. He warned that they are watching and will catch offenders.
