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Intervention by the Guardia di Finanza
Recently, the Guardia di Finanza carried out an important operation in Crotone, discovering an illegal landfill located in the Trafinello area, on the southern outskirts of the city. This operation led to the seizure of approximately 300 tons of waste, a necessary action to protect the environment and public health.
The presence of an unauthorized landfill represents a serious risk to the local ecosystem and to the residents of the area.
Details on seized waste
During the operation, the financial police found a wide range of dangerous and polluting materials. Among the seized wastes are 20 quintals of ferrous materials, used tires, the carcass of a vessel and numerous discarded household appliances. These materials, abandoned irresponsibly, not only damage the environment, but can also represent a danger to the health of citizens. The presence of such waste in an unauthorized area is unacceptable and requires immediate intervention by the competent authorities.
Reporting and lack of authorizations
The owner of the land was reported for his responsibility in the management of this illegal landfill. The investigations revealed that the necessary permissions to carry out waste management or treatment activities. This case highlights the importance of more rigorous controls and greater vigilance by local authorities to prevent similar situations in the future. The Guardia di Finanza reiterated its commitment to the fight against waste abandonment and environmental protection, stressing that every citizen has the duty to report suspicious situations.