GEORGE TOWN: A lorry driver caught on video illegally dumping construction waste near Tingkat Bukit Jambul here yesterday afternoon.
The matter came to light following information gatherings and operations carried out by the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) officers.
MBPP said a police report was lodged the same day and the lorry carrying the construction waste had been arrested when he attempted to flee after entering the site where the illegal waste dumped.
"We have summoned the lorry driver to be present to have his statement recorded by the Municipal Services Department.
"The department will open an investigation file and refer the case to the MBPP's Legal Unit for prosecution under the Local Government Act and Street, Drainage And Building Act, whichever with higher punishment.
"This is to ensure such an incident does not recur in the future," MBPP said today.
MBPP said they viewed seriously illegal dumping of waste.
"Similar operations will be conducted from time to time to put a stop to illegal waste dumping activities," it added.
MBPP said garbage generators must ensure that the garbage that are transported and disposed off by contractors appointed by them, has a permit to dispose off garbage at a landfill site approved by the council.
It said this included obtaining a record of the waste weighing slip that are disposed off at an approved landfill site.
