Suspect caught on camera illegally dumping and burning truck

The Dallas Marshal’s Office crack down on illegal dumping through strategically placed cameras paid off as a suspect was caught on video illegally dumping a truck and setting it on fire. The suspect can be seen in this Jan. 22 video. The video and photographs were taken at 1300 Killough Blvd., one of 62 sites in the city identified as chronic illegal dumping sites.

The suspect and his accomplice have been charged with Felony Arson and Felony Illegal Dumping and are now in the Dallas County Jail. Based on their criminal histories, one is held on a $50,000 bond for arson plus a $50,000 bond for illegal dumping. The other is held on $100,000 for arson and $100,000 for illegal dumping.

The City of Dallas is aggressively pursuing illegal dumping and has placed an additional fifty cameras around the city which led to the arrests. One suspect is visible running from the red truck with a gas can and then smoke can be seen billowing from the red truck.

Officials noted that illegal dumping is not a minor offense, with penalties ranging from 180 days in jail to two years in state prison, plus fines. Citizens who see illegal dumping are urged to call 911 and to note the vehicle description, license plate and suspect description.