A VAN suspected to have been involved in fly-tipping in Dorset has been seized.

Dorset Council's waste enforcement team confiscated the Ford Transit van, which included a number of personal effects, paperwork and containers full of oil, just before midday on Wednesday, January 20.

The van, registration BN52 DYH, is from Great Yarmouth.

A Dorset Council spokesman said: "This vehicle is subject to a live investigation and is suspected to have been involved in fly-tipping and other environmental crimes within Dorset.

"It has now been seized pending investigation."

To help in the fight against fly-tipping, the waste service’s enforcement team has asked for residents to help.

The spokesman said: "If you spot a fly-tip, don’t assume we know about it. Fly-tips can be reported to the council online and by phone.

"We will investigate all reported incidents and, where there is enough evidence, attempt to trace and prosecute those responsible."