The council is clamping down on fly-tippers as part of the Keep It Clean campaign.

Enforcement officers are keeping an eagle eye out on those who fly-tip and Croydon Council is reminding residents of the illegality of the practise.

Area enforcement officers work with the community, police and other groups while investigating incidents of environmental crime, such as fly-tipping.

The council said if there was a pattern of fly-tipping they would carry out surveillance to catch those responsible.

Vehicles believed to be involved can be seized and crushed and their owners can be prosecuted – and if convicted, given fines and sent to prison.

Councillor Phil Thomas, cabinet member for highways and environmental services, said: “Fly- tipping is illegal and we will prosecute anyone caught dumping rubbish illegally in Croydon.

“It costs the council and it costs the environment.”

Croydon Council will only clear up fly-tips on public or council-owned land.

If it happens on private land it is the responsibility of the landowner, who should ensure their land is secure.

To complain about fly- tipping go to the Keep it Clean area at croydon.gov. uk and fill out the online form, or call 020 8726 6000.