Driver charged after illegal dumping in Bear Mountain State Park

Yisroel R

A man is facing charges after authorities say he dumped a large amount of waste inside Bear Mountain State Park in Rockland County.

According to state environmental officers, the incident took place near Dunderberg Mountain in Bear Mountain State Park, where a truck driver unloaded a pile of debris and then attempted to leave the area.

Officers stopped the driver before he was able to get away, and was taken into custody.

Officials say the dumped material included dirt mixed with construction debris such as bricks, plastic, and broken glass.

The driver is now facing multiple charges related to the illegal dumping.