The ultimate payback prank after a man was caught on camera fly-tipping unwanted tyres in Wigan has gone viral on social media.
The fly-tipping incident – which is understood to have taken place on farmland in the wider Wigan area – saw a man empty a large number of unwanted car tyres out of a van and onto the private land, before driving off under the assumption that no one had seem him.
He was however caught on video by what is believed to be the security camera of an opposite property.
Sharing pictures and video footage of the prank in a now viral post on Facebook yesterday afternoon, Megan Baldwin said comically that after the man “didn’t come back” for his tyres, they decided to step in and “help [him] out” by returning them directly to his front door.
To make the revenge that little bit sweeter as well, it turns out that they were also needing to dispose of a large quantity of unused tyres themselves and so added to the perpetrator’s collection.
The post has understandably received widespread attention online since yesterday evening, going on to amass well over 9.5K interactions, 10K shares and thousands of comments from members of the public heaping praise onto those dishing out the payback.
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Many have branded the prank “brilliant” and “the best thing [they’ve] seen all week”, with one Facebook user aptly commenting they are “so glad the tyres were returned to their rightful owner”.
There has also been numerous calls in the comments section of the post asking to see a follow-up video as they “need to see his face” upon his return home, but according to neighbours who witnessed the prank take place, the fly-tipper was actually inside the property when the tyres were emptied from the truck and into his front garden.
This is sure to mean he has learned his lesson if nothing else.
The act of fly-tipping – which is defined as the “illegal deposit of any waste onto land that does not have a licence to accept it” – is a serious criminal offence for which you can be prosecuted and thus receive fines of up to £50,000, deprived vehicle rights, or face imprisonment.
Recently-released statistics show that fly-tipping has soared immensely since lockdown began
Some areas of Greater Manchester have even reported seeing the number of fly-tipping incidents rise by a massive 70% and more over the past few months.
Bordering countryside, local beauty spots, green areas and open spaces have been a saving grace and a much-needed escape for many during what has been a tough and unexpected time in recent months.
Please remember to respect this Manchester, so that we can all continue to enjoy the surrounding beauty.
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Manchester band Westside Cowboy release ‘thrilling’ debut album that critics are calling one of the year’s best
Emily Sergeant
One of the UK’s best rising bands have released their debut album today to glowing reviews from critics and fans alike.
Jimmy Bradbury, Reuben Haycocks, Aoife Anson O’Connell, and Paddy Murphy – better known together as Westside Cowboy – formed back in 2023 when they were students at the Royal Northern College of Music, so while they may not all be from Manchester, they definitely have the spirit of our city at the heart of everything they do.
After playing in different bands across the city throughout their student years, the four-piece joined forces to create Westside Cowboy – an indie rock collective credited with self-coining the genre of ‘Britainicana’.
Put simply, Britainicana is a cultural concept that mixes the hazy, mythic feel of American country and folk, with the sound of raw British punk, indie rock, and small-town life.
Westside Cowboy have released their debut album, It Goes On / Credit: Clementine Schniedermann (Press Shots – Supplied)
If that sounds like your cup of tea, then you’ll be pleased to know that Westside Cowboy have released their debut album, It Goes On, to the world today (21 August).
And the reception from critics, arguably, couldn’t be better.
Prior to the release of their debut album, the band had released two EPs, including So Much Country ‘Till We Get There in January earlier this year, and had started to make a name for themselves with their popular debut single ‘I’ve Never Met Anyone I Thought I Could Really Love (Until I Met You)’ in 2024.
They went onto make even further waves when they supported equally-rising American rock band Geese on their UK and Irish tour back in March – with many fans calling it one of the best support and main act combinations in some time.
Three singles from their debut album were shared with the world ahead of its release – ‘Kick Stones (The Boys)’ came first, followed by ‘Pin Up Boys’ and ‘Dobro’.
So, it’s fair to say the anticipation for album was high… and if the reviews are anything to go by (which we think they are), it looks like the band has very much delivered what they set out to achieve.
Westside Cowboy’s debut album It Goes On is now available to stream, or you can purchase a physical copy in a range of formats from their website here.
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BBC Introducing LIVE is back with events across the North for grassroots music artists
Emily Sergeant
BBC Introducing’s flagship live event will return with a huge lineup of activities for aspiring musicians and music creators this autumn.
To celebrate and champion undiscovered talent across the country, BBC Introducing LIVE will include an array of live performances, immersive workshops, educational panels, and networking opportunities for grassroots artists, DJs, and music creators, all at the start of their careers.
Introducing LIVE will head across the UK, including hosting four special gigs in Leeds and a songwriting camp in Manchester.
The BBC Introducing Songwriting Camp is an invite-only event offering an ‘unparalleled’ experience for artists and creatives to develop skills and collaborate with industry professionals in a real music studio.
Then, on Saturday 28 November, BBC Introducing will host four showcases across Leeds, celebrating some of the best new music from across the UK – with independent music venues The Wardrobe, Belgrave Music Hall, and Oporto all taking part.
While up in Sunderland, following the success of BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend there earlier this year, a special takeover event will take place at The Fire Station – with a day of panels, workshops, open mics, and an industry feedback centre planned, all designed to support and inspire the next generation of musicians and music industry professionals.
Other northern cities hosting events during this year’s programme are Gateshead, and major music city Liverpool.
Many successful artists, including the North’s very-own Sam Fender, as well as big names like Ed Sheeran, Raye, Olivia Dean, and Loyle Carner, all began their careers with support from BBC Introducing.
“Championing and nurturing artists and creatives is at heart of everything BBC Introducing does, and so I’m excited that Introducing LIVE will be returning in November for our biggest year yet,” commented Kelly Betts, who is the Editor of BBC Introducing.
“BBC Introducing will be at events, panels, and gigs across the UK giving emerging talent the opportunity to learn from industry experts, make music and connect with fellow artists.
“Music has the power to unite, inspire, and shape our culture and BBC Introducing’s flagship event will help some of the UK’s rising stars on their journey to achieve this.”
Emily Sergeant -
14th August 2020 
