Man charged for damaging ULEZ cameras

A man has been charged with criminal damage to an Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) camera.

It comes after the Met said it received 96 allegations of damage to other cameras from Transport for London (TfL).

Joseph Nicolls, 42, of Foots Cray High Street, Sidcup, has been charged with criminal damage, malicious communications and handling stolen goods, and damage to property valued over £5,000.

He appeared in custody at Bromley Magistrates Court on Thursday and was bailed to next appear at an unconfirmed date or venue.

Detective Superintendent Daniel Smith, whose officers are leading the investigation, said: “We have been proactively targeting those we suspect of causing or seeking to cause damage.

“We are carrying out a thorough investigation and this includes gathering CCTV, speaking to potential witnesses and following up active leads.

“We are also working with TfL to prevent further offences in the future.”

Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to call 101 or tweet @MetCC and quote CAD 4279/10MAY.

Alternatively, contact independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.