It's illegal to dump trash, old furniture or any kind of junk on New York City streets, yet it remains a persistent problem. CBS2's Jennifer Bisram rode along with the city's sanitation department to learn more.
"It does affect minority and low-income communities more than it affects other communities," DSNY Commissioner Jessica Tisch said.
Illegal dumping hotspots include Glendale in Queens, East New York in Brooklyn, East Tremont in the Bronx and Mariners Harbor in Staten Island.But the commissioner tells CBS2, the cameras are working. So far this year, there have been 28 illegal dumping impounds, compared to only five the same time last year.
"Illegal dumping is a big problem because it is an abuse of our communities and our streets. It's a theft of public space," Tisch said. New Yorkers say it's also an eye sore and done with no regard for the people who work and live nearby.© 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved.Please enter email address to continue
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