An Aberbargoed man has been successfully prosecuted by Caerphilly County Borough Council for dropping litter and not paying the subsequent fine.
Matthew Meyrick, age 30, of Commercial Street, Aberbargoed was initially £75, but after non-payment was hauled up in front of Caerphilly Magistrates’ Court and was ordered to pay a total of £175.
The defendant attended court and represented himself, pleading guilty to the offence. He was ordered to pay a fine of £75, court costs of £85 and a £15 victim surcharge within 14 days.
Rob Hartshorn, the council’s head of public protection said: “Caerphilly County Borough Council does not tolerate littering, whatever form it takes. There is no excuse for littering and those responsible will face consequences for their actions.
“Where non-payment of a Fixed Penalty Notice occurs, we will pursue the matter through court without exception. Prosecutions such as this show will hopefully prove to a small minority that failing to take their social responsibilities seriously could cost them dearly.”
Excellent, keep up the good work.