Three sofas have been dumped at a popular walking spot in Dundee.
The worn furniture has been fly-tipped in Broughty Ferry next to the Dighty Burn, which runs through the city.
The sofas appeared in a privately-owned field behind the Clearwater Park estate this week.
Dundee councillors have expressed their disgust at the incident.
Scottish Liberal Democrat councillor Craig Duncan said: “It’s very disappointing because it’s a lovely neck of the woods up there.
“The land is privately owned by a farmer.
“I suspect he will be responsible for the removal, which will be at his expense, which is very unfair.
“It’s (fly-tipping) a crime. It’s not a victimless crime.
“It costs people money – whether that’s the public or private individuals”.
Labour Ferry councillor Pete Shears called fly-tipping “socially irresponsible”.
He added: “It’s a very common problem in Dundee.
“It is unnecessary expenditure.
“Ultimately, personal responsibility has to come into it.
“The police have a responsibility to prosecute as well.”
Worry about more fly-tipping in Broughty Ferry
One woman who has lived in the area for 10 years worries the sofas may attract more fly-tipping if they are not moved soon.
She said: “The furniture has only appeared in the last few days.
“There were some youngsters sitting there having a barbecue on Monday.
“I actually thought it was quite funny (but) the worry is that people might see the stuff there and more things get dumped.”
A Dundee City Council spokesperson said: “So-called fly-tipping is an anti-social behaviour that blights communities and areas where it happens.
“Our Take Pride in Your City campaign exists to encourage everyone to do their bit to keep the city safe and presentable for all.
“Anyone who does fly tip is acting illegally and the council has robust procedures to try to deter this selfish and dishonest activity including issuing a fixed penalty notice or reporting culprits to the Procurator Fiscal who has the power to fine up to £40,000.”
Members of the public can report fly tipping on the council’s website.
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