Launceston CIB have charged an 18-year-old Ravenswood man with six counts of stealing following a series of ‘bag snatch’ incidents in and around the Launceston CBD between 13 March and 2 April 2017.

The stealing incidents typically occurred during daylight hours in the City Park, Charles Street, St John Street, the Mall and Princes Square areas.

The charged man will appear at 2:15pm today in the Launceston Magistrates Court.

Anyone with information relating to this matter is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestopperstas.com.au (they just need your info and not your name).

Police remind people to be watchful of their bags and other valuable items when sitting in public areas.