Dong Nai: Two suspects arrested for dumping cowhide waste, causing environmental pollution

In a decisive move to protect its environment, Dong Nai province has taken strong action against polluters. The arrest of Phan Van Lợi and Phạm Trọng Nghĩa marks a significant step in the fight against illegal waste disposal, which has plagued local communities. These individuals, driven by profit, chose to treat the pristine lands of Loc Thạnh commune as a dumping ground for over 1,000 tons of hazardous cowhide waste.

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Lợi also agreed to pay Nghĩa 450,000 VND/ton of cowhide waste when transporting the waste to the collection site.

The sheer volume of waste, over 567 tons already deposited, speaks to the scale of their disregard for environmental regulations and public health. The resulting stench and water contamination are not just an inconvenience; they represent a direct threat to the well-being of residents and the local ecosystem. This incident underscores the critical need for stringent enforcement of environmental laws and highlights the devastating impact that corporate greed can have on natural resources.

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Nghĩa then used acquaintances to rent a vacant lot of about 4,000 m2 from a resident in Thanh Bien Hamlet, Loc Thạnh Commune, for 15 million VND/month to gather cowhide waste.

Authorities are now working to identify anyone else involved in the transportation of this waste, ensuring that all parties contributing to this environmental crime are brought to justice. This case serves as a stark reminder that environmental protection is a shared responsibility, and those who violate these principles will face the full force of the law. The commitment shown by the Dong Nai police in pursuing this investigation sends a clear message: environmental crimes will not be tolerated.

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After transporting more than 567 tons of cowhide waste from the Long An area (now Tay Ninh province) to be dumped in the vacant lot in Thanh Bien Hamlet, Loc Thạnh Commune, Loi and Nghia abandoned it.