Police say leaving bags of donations outside closed charity shops could be fly-tipping.
The Eastern Neighbourhood Policing Team issued the warning on Facebook earlier, saying they'd had reports from Crossroads shops.
Officers say items left outside opening hours can become dangerous and could constitute a criminal offence.
They're asking people to only donate during opening hours and you should report any fly tipping incidents you see.
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Full-up animal charity asking for public's help
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Reprimanded candidate hits back at data protection laws
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Dead fish could be threat to pets, says local authority
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TT course bounce for wallaby before bikes take over
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Paramedics move in with coastguards after fire
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