45-year-old woman charged with sexual abuse of teenager
A 45-year-old Bridgewater woman has been charged over the alleged sexual abuse of a teenager when he was aged between 14 and 17. Detectives from Bellerive CIB have conducted significant investigations, resulting in the woman being charged with two counts of sexual abuse of a child or young person. The woman was bailed and will…
Firearm, drugs seized during Devonport search
A North West man has been charged with multiple offences after police seized an illegal firearm and quantities of illicit substances during a search. Western Drugs and Firearms Unit executed a search warrant at a Devonport residence yesterday where quantities of ICE, MDMA, and cannabis were located and seized. Police also located and seized a…
Two youths charged over Launceston CBD offences
Two youths have been charged in relation to a number of offences committed in Launceston CBD. The 14 and 15-year-old girls were charged yesterday with more than 24 offences between them, including stealing and common assault. They were bailed with strict conditions to appear in the Youth Justice Division of the Launceston Magistrates Court at…
Police conducting increased high visibility patrols in shopping precincts to tackle shoplifting
Police will be conducting increased high visibility patrols at shopping precincts targeting shoplifting and anti-social behaviours in the lead up to Christmas. Inspector John Toohey said police will be conducting highly visible foot patrols and keeping a look out for known and recidivist shoplifters. “Tasmania is a safe place to live, and while the vast…
Police target rural roads in Northern traffic operation
Tasmania Police conducted a targeted traffic operation on Northern Midlands roads last night and disappointingly, drivers continue to do the wrong thing. Northern Road Policing Services officers targeted the fatal five during the operation, and in a brief 90-minute window the following offences were detected – 2 x drivers caught exceeding the prescribed alcohol limit…
Woman charged with high range drink driving at South Arm
A 43-year-old Risdon Vale woman has been disqualified from driving for 24 months after being caught drink driving in South Arm yesterday. Following information from the public, around 5:30pm police intercepted a white Toyota Prado with a smashed windscreen. Police took the woman driver into custody where she returned a breath alcohol reading of 0.236,…
Police investigating Bridgewater house fire
Police are investigating a house fire in Bridgewater this afternoon, after fire investigators determined it was likely to be deliberately lit. Emergency services were called to the scene on Scott Road about 12:40pm. While firefighters responded quickly and prevented the fire from spreading, the residence was significantly damaged. A 17-year-old, the only occupant at the…
Tasmania Police Community Survey closed today after receiving 4100 public responses
The Tasmania Police Community Survey closed today after receiving 4100 public responses over the 3-week open time. Commissioner Donna Adams said that respondents represented every local government area in the state and were aged between 16 and 70+. “Just 1000 responses were needed to provide accurate statistical analysis and with 4100 responses received, the community…
Grievous bodily harm charge upgraded to murder
Yesterday police charged a 25-year-old man from Warrane with causing grievous bodily harm to a 10-month-old baby that has sadly died. This charge has now been upgraded to murder. The man will re-appear before the Hobart Magistrates Court today. Our thoughts and condolences are with the family and loved ones of the baby.
Baby dies after alleged assault
Sadly, the 10-month-old baby who presented to the Royal Hobart Hospital with critical injuries on Friday has died. Our condolences are with the family and loved ones of the baby. The police investigation is ongoing. Any further updates will be proactively distributed on rounds.