Tasmania Police have made a significant seizure of unregistered and prohibited firearms and ammunition at a residence in Renfrew Circle, Goodwood.

As a result of information received from a member of the public, members of Glenorchy CIB and Uniform executed a search at a residence in Goodwood on Monday 30 September 2013.   The search was in relation to a large quantity of firearms being stored unlawfully.

22 x unregistered firearms, 5 prohibited firearms, ammunition, fireworks and suspected stolen property was recovered at the residence.  Police also seized 23 registered firearms which were stored correctly.

The 48 year old man, who lived at the residence, has been charged with a number of firearms offences including; possess prohibited firearms, possess ex-military firearms and light ordnance and fail to comply with storage requirements.  The man will appear in the Hobart Magistrates Court in November.

Investigations are continuing in relation to the origin of the illegal firearms.

“This is a significant seizure of illegal and prohibited firearms.  The removal of these firearms ensures that not only is the community safer, but prevents the firearms being targeted for theft by criminals,” said Detective Constable Claire Lowe.

“Information from the public is vital. Anyone who may have any information that can be used to help police to target illicit firearms is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.  Information can be provided anonymously,” said Detective Constable Lowe.