An irresponsible dog owner has been hit in the pocket after failing to pick up after his pet.
Phillip Green, of Stanton Road, Shiremoor, has been ordered to pay almost £1,000.
It’s after wardens from North Tyneside Council caught the 55-year-old failing to pick up after his dog when it fouled near a school.
Despite being given numerous opportunities, Green refused to pick it up and became abusive towards the two wardens.
And after he then failed to pay the £50 fixed penalty notice, the council took legal action.
On Friday (March 9) at North Tyneside Magistrates’ Court, he was ordered to pay £885 in fines and costs.
Speaking about the action, Cllr John Stirling, cabinet member for Environment said: “North Tyneside is a great place to live, work and visit. Like our residents, we’re extremely proud of our borough and we will not allow anyone to spoil it.
“We know how important tackling dog fouling is to the public, so we will always take a strict approach against those who choose to break the law in this way.
“Owners must take responsibility for their pets – with 500 dog waste bins strategically placed throughout the borough, and along popular dog walking routes, there really is no excuse to not pick up after their dog.
“I must thank the majority of dog walkers who are conscientious, but a message must be sent to irresponsible owners that we will not tolerate it.”
Dog walkers can also use general bins to dispose of waste if there isn’t a dog waste bin nearby.
If a member of the public witnesses dog fouling they can report it here or call 0345 2000 101.
Keep up to date with the work of the community protection team by following its Twitter account; @NTC_ASBTEAM.
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