Police search continues for missing Kingston man
Police are today using the Westpac Police Rescue Helicopter in their search for Kingston man Douglas Adamson who has been missing from his home for more than 24 hours. Police are appealing for public help in locating Mr Adamson, aged 59, who has an intellectual disability and Asperger Syndrome. He does not have any money…
$10,000 Damage To Council Property, Franklin Squre, Hobart
Police are investigating malicious damage caused to the public toilets on Elizabeth Street at Franklin Square in Hobart approximately 6:30pm Wednesday 29th October 2014. 2 males and 1 female were observed running from the area after severe damage was caused to the internal walls of the Council facility. Police are asking for the persons involved,…
Missing 59 year old man from Kingston Beach
Police are seeking public assistance to locate a 59 year old man who has an intellectual disability and suffers from Asperger Syndrome. Douglas Adamson was last seen at his Kingston Beach home at 9.00am on Wednesday 29 October. Mr Adamson moved to Tasmania from Victoria early in 2014 and resides with family members. He has…
House Fire At Strahan
An early morning fire today destroyed a 100 year old house in Lynch Street, Strahan. The fire was reported at 3.53am and the building was totally engulfed in flames when emergency services arrived. The house was unoccupied and undergoing renovation at the time. The scene was attended by Strahan Fire Brigade, Strahan Police and the…
Assault at Salamanca Place on Saturday 11 October 2014
Police are investigating an alleged assault which occurred at approximately 3:15am on Saturday 11 October 2014 on Salamanca Place. Police would particularly like to speak with the man and woman pictured as they believe they may be able to assist with their enquiries. Detective Gilbert from Hobart CIB is asking the man and woman, or…
Setting the Record Straight
It’s disappointing that a media report has today made erroneous assertions about access to details of firearms owners, despite being in possession of the facts. The personal details of firearms owners maintained by Tasmania Police cannot be accessed by members of the public. There is no requirement to complete a ‘sign in’ register at police…
Police Release Name of Pedestrian from Devonport Crash
At approximately 1750hrs on Friday the 24th of October 2014, a pedestrian crossing at the junction of Best Street and Rooke Street at Devonport was hit by a silver Holden Rodeo flat tray utility. The Holden was turning right from Rooke Street into Best Street. Police have now released the name of the 64 year…
Donation of Kings Medal to Tasmania Police Historical Group
A medal rewarding gallantry or distinguished service within the police and fire services of Britain and her overseas dominions will find a new home in the Tasmania Police Museum today. Only ten Tasmania Police Officers were ever awarded the Kings Medal, instituted by Royal Warrant of 7 July 1909. Constable Louis Henry Rooke was stationed…
Ram Raid – Radio Rentals Invermay
Launceston Detectives are investigation a ‘ram raid’ that occurred at around 3am this morning at Radio Rentals, 148 Invermay Road, Invermay. Police believe an early model silver Mercedes has reversed at speed into large service roller door at the side of the stated business. This caused substantial damage, however nothing was stolen. Police would like…
Taranna House Fire
On Monday the 27/10/2014 at approximately 10:15pm Tasmania Police and Tasmania Fire Service were called to attend a structure fire on the Arthur highway Taranna. On arrival the premise was found to be well alight. Fire crews from Port Arthur, Eaglehawk Neck and Dunalley attended and fought the fire. Police and fire crews remained at…