Johor man says he collected recyclables to sell, not trouble neighbours
JOHOR BARU: “I was collecting the items to sell, not to trouble my neighbours,” said a physically disabled elderly man after authorities cleared about 13 tonnes of recyclable materials from his home in Taman Permas Jaya.
Johor Baru authorities cleared over 13 tonnes of recyclable materials from the home of a physically disabled 60-year-old man, who claimed he was collecting items to sell rather than causing trouble for neighbors. Piled rubbish and recyclables blocked the front gate, spilled onto the sidewalk and reached the roadside. Neighbors complained of foul odors, pests and an unsightly mess.
The man said he intended to sell the items but admitted he hadn't anticipated authorities' intervention. He vowed not to repeat the activity. Another resident, Tharanya, identified as 60s, expressed relief at the cleanup, noting that repeated requests to stop had been ignored. About three lorries removed the materials. Tharanya hoped the man would desist and authorities would keep monitoring.
The man's van and car were also used to store recyclables. State SWCorp removed the items and issued a warning, with possible penalties ranging from RM10,000 to RM100,000, up to five years jail, or both under Section 71(1) of Act 672.
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