Authorities in Louisiana Asking for Help Identifying Person Who Illegally Dumped Litter Containing Tar-Like Substance
Published December 29, 2022
Authorities in Louisiana Asking for Help Identifying Person Who Illegally Dumped Litter Containing Tar-Like Substance
Sulphur, Louisiana - On December 28, 2022, the Ward 4 Marshal's Office reported that they are trying to locate the person or persons responsible for illegally dumping litter containing a harmful tar-like substance. According to authorities, this debris was located at the north corner of Houston River road and Anthony Ferry Road, where it makes a "T" north of Sulphur, Louisiana.
The Marshal's Office indicated that besides being illegally dumped litter, the tar-like substance is very harmful to the local wildlife and the environment.
The Ward 4 Marshal's Office is asking anyone with any information regarding this litter to contact them via their Facebook page, phone, or website.
Ward 4 Marshal Office Phone: 337-527-5110
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