UPDATE: Second man charged with damaging ULEZ cameras.
A second man has been charged as a result of a proactive operation launched following criminal damage to ULEZ cameras.
The operation was lunched after allegations of criminal damage were passed to the Met.
A 44-year-old male [B] was charged on Thursday, 18 May with criminal damage and going equipped.
A 42-year-old male [A] was charged on 11th May with criminal damage and destruction of, or damage to, property.
Detective Supt 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 aware of the active discussions online and the passion felt by some in our communities. We will continue to support lawful protest but criminal activity is not acceptable.
“We continue to work 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.
