Bushwalker safely rescued from East Coast national park overnight
A 33 year old female bushwalker from the state’s south has been safely located in the Douglas Apsley National Park on the east coast overnight. The bushwalker, who was walking alone, rang emergency authorities after becoming disorientated in the area about 7.45pm last night. Police search and rescue resources provided initial guidance and directional advice by phone,…
Police intercept drink driver due to community tip-off
A 32 year old Penguin man has been charged with drink driving after being detected with more than double the legal limit last night. Last night at approximately 6.45pm, Tasmania Police were contacted via Triple Zero (000) regarding dangerous driver behaviour observed on the Bass Highway between Devonport and Ulverstone. Thanks to the vigilance…
Police to resume targeted search near Waratah on Sunday
Police will recommence search efforts near Waratah on Sunday as part of ongoing work to locate further items potentially linked to missing Belgian woman Celine Cremer. Commander Nathan Johnston said a team of specialist personnel would be deployed into the search area along the Arthur River for two days, subject to weather conditions. “Based on…
Two people charged in relation to robbery at Cradoc residence
Police have charged two people in relation to an alleged robbery at a residence in Cradoc about 3.35am yesterday morning. It’s alleged that two people entered the house, assaulted the resident, and stole a number of items including four firearms and a Mitsubishi Triton vehicle. The resident received medical assistance for…
Police urge motorists to slow down as students return to school
Tasmania Police is urging motorists to take extra care in school zones after a driver near Howrah Primary School reportedly failed to obey the School Crossing Guard and drove through the crossing while children were on the road this morning. Inspector Vanessa Castle said the behaviour could have resulted in a serious incident. “Most motorists…
Two people in custody in relation to incident in Huon Valley
Police have taken two people into custody in relation to an incident in the Huon Valley this morning. About 3.35am, police received a report in relation to a robbery at a residence in the Cradoc area. Two people had reportedly entered the house, assaulted the resident, and stole a number of items including several firearms…
Police encourage Party in the Paddock patrons to be safe
Festival-goers heading to Party in the Paddock are encouraged to have fun and stay safe at the four-day festival at Quercus Park which starts tomorrow. “To ensure everyone has a safe environment to enjoy the Party in the Paddock festival there’ll be a high police presence on site for the duration of the event,” Inspector…
Taskforce Raven charge three men with nearly 300 individual offences
Taskforce Raven members have arrested three offenders and charged them with nearly 300 individual offences during a recent series of searches across the Northern District. The targeted searches – conducted between 22 January 2026 and 30 January 2026 also resulted in the recovery of thousands of dollars worth of stolen property, quantities of illicit substances…
Police Prosecution offering new pathways for aspiring lawyers and police
Tasmania Police is strengthening the pipeline of future prosecutors and police through a suite of practical, real-world programs that give law graduates, students and police recruits meaningful experience in court and within prosecution teams. Southern Prosecution Inspector Brenda Orr said the initiatives were focused on attracting emerging talent, developing capability early, and encouraging long term…
Police investigating fire on Gaunt Street at Invermay
Police are investigating a fire on Gaunt Street at Invermay about 2.40am this morning. Two large sheds, and a number of vehicles and machinery items which were inside the sheds, were destroyed. Minor damage was also caused to several neighbouring residences. At this stage it is believed the fire was deliberately lit. Anyone with information…