A motorcyclist has been caught throwing a bag of dog poo at council warden.
A shocking video of the incident shows the moment the balaclava-wearing rider mounted the pavement carrying a green bag before flinging it at the official.
The biker then made off.
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It happened in Stanley, County Durham, during a patrol by Durham County Council Neighbourhood Wardens, as reported by Need To Know.
A spokesperson issued an appeal saying: “Do you recognise this member of the balaclava club?
“They attempted to throw bagged up dog poop at one of our wardens while they were on patrol in Stanley but failed miserably.
“We are keen to speak to this individual so that the appropriate action can be taken.
“If you recognise this person or can assist with any information, we ask that you contact the Neighbourhood Warden Team.
“Any information received with be treated with the strictest confidence.”
The incident provoked anger from viewers.
Peter Royal said: “We need more wardens who do an amazing job.
“Especially in West Auckland – these balaclava dirt bikers are dangerous.

“It’s all fun and games until someone gets killed.”
Scott Davison said: “They don’t care about police, why would they care about pretend coppers?”
June Broxson said: “When they get him he needs all the poo bags emptying over him and made to eat it.”

And Kenny Tallentire added: “What has this place become?”
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