Police ‘out in force’ looking for litter bugs

Charlotte-Mecklenburg police said they are “out in force” Wednesday conducting their annual Earth Day anti-litter campaign.

Police are watching for all types of litter violations, even including the tossing of a cigarette or sandwich wrapper.

Drivers will be cited for failing to secure loads on pickups and for debris falling off the bed of a truck, police said.

Police are partnering in the effort with Keep Charlotte Beautiful, Keep Mecklenburg Beautiful and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Solid Waste Management.

This story was originally published April 22, 2015 at 8:09 AM with the headline "Police ‘out in force’ looking for litter bugs."