CCTV footage shows recycling workers in Sheffield being confronted by furious locals - for refusing to take their extra rubbish.
Bin collectors are facing a surge in physical violence from homeowners who are angry with their waste disposal service.
Sheffield City Council and Veolia have released footage of a number of incidents as part of a campaign to stamp out “unacceptable” behaviour towards workers.
In one worrying video, a raging resident can be seen tussling with a binman as he tries to force a massive cardboard box into their vehicle.
An angry van driver was also caught on camera narrowly missing a workman during his rounds after driving across a pavement to avoid a lorry.
