Community urges to act on firearms and weapons
Tasmania Police is calling on public support to help reduce the number of firearms and weapons in the community, with a mobile amnesty operating at Claremont this Saturday. Glenorchy Division Inspector Jason Klug urges any member of the public with unregistered or unwanted firearms, or other weapons such as 3D printed guns, crossbows, swords or…
Third person charged as murder investigation continues
Police have charged a third person as investigations continue into an alleged murder and wounding incident in Salamanca last month. A 20-year-old man tragically died, and a 23-year-old man was injured in the alleged incident in the Morrison Street car park about 11.45pm on Saturday, 25 October. Yesterday, the 14-year-old was charged with: Attempted Wounding…
Speeding drivers caught during Ridgley Highway operation
Western Road Policing Services intercepted 22 speeding drivers during a targeted operation on the Ridgley Highway yesterday afternoon. Acting Inspector Martin Parker said three of the drivers were travelling at speeds of more than 30 kilometres above the limit. “It is incredibly disappointing that these drivers chose to put not only their own life at…
Fatal crash – Morty’s Food Court, Launceston
Sadly, a woman has died following a serious crash at Morty’s Food Court in Launceston yesterday. Police and emergency services were called to the scene just before 12.30pm Wednesday after a car crashed into the building and seriously injured a pedestrian. The 67 year old woman was taken to hospital by ambulance in a critical…
Police investigating serious crash at Morty’s Food Court
Police are investigating a serious crash at the Morty’s Food Court in Launceston on Wednesday. Police and emergency services responded to the incident in Wellington Street just before 12.30pm after reports a car had crashed into the building, and seriously injured a pedestrian. The pedestrian – a 67 year old Newnham woman – was taken…
Presentation of Southern District Medals and Awards
Officers involved in complex search and rescue operations are among those recognised today for their courage and skill as part of the Tasmania Police medals and awards for the Southern District. Commissioner Donna Adams attended the Tasmania Police Academy today to present commendations to members of Tasmania Police Marine and Rescue for their efforts at:…
Drink drivers caught during targeted traffic operations in North-West
Western Road Policing Services conducted 362 random breath tests during targeted traffic operations at Spreyton, Latrobe and Quoiba yesterday afternoon. Acting Inspector Martin Parker said while the majority of road users were doing the right thing, police detected four drink drivers, one speeding driver, and one suspended driver in an unregistered and uninsured vehicle. “Police…
Offences detected during opening of recreational rock lobster season
Tasmania Police Marine and Rescue Services remind recreational rock lobster fishers that reporting their catch is mandatory, after 118 offences were detected during the opening of the recreational rock lobster fishing season over the weekend. Acting Sergeant Ben Cunningham said, “Police want everyone to enjoy our waterways safely and comply with fisheries regulations, it’s mandatory…
Police seek witness to fatal motorcycle crash
Police are seeking information as investigations continue into a fatal motorcycle crash on the Bass Highway, at Elizabeth Town, on the afternoon of Friday, 31 October. In particular, police would like to speak with the driver of an older model, white Toyota Hilux who was believed to be travelling behind the Honda motorcycle just prior…
Drivers caught breaking road rules over the long weekend
Police continued their road safety focus in north-west Tasmania over the Recreation Day long weekend, with multiple drivers caught breaking the road rules. “Tragically this year we have seen a devastating increase in fatalities on our roads, and it’s disappointing to see that some motorists continue to put themselves and other road users at risk,”…