Commissioner’s Commendations recognise courageous actions
A Parks officer and three Scout leaders who helped save tourists caught in extreme weather at Cradle Mountain have been recognised by Tasmania’s Commissioner of Police, Donna Adams, for their courageous actions. The four people, who braved strong wind, snow and below-zero temperatures to provide shelter and care for the stricken tourists on the Crater…
Sergeant recognised for contribution to Forensic Services
An officer with a 40-year career in Tasmania Police, including 22 years dedicated to forensic policing, has been recognised for his valuable contribution to criminal investigations across the state. Sergeant Michael Maher, the Officer-in-Charge of Northern Forensic Services based in Launceston, today received the John AG Bird Memorial Award for dedication to Forensic Services. Tasmania…
2026 Keith Smith Community Policing Award recipient announced
Constable Richard Douglas has been announced as the 2026 recipient of the Keith Smith Community Policing Award for his outstanding commitment to the Tasmanian community. Announcing the award in Burnie today, Commissioner Donna Adams said Constable Douglas was selected unanimously by a panel after receiving multiple nominations from community members and within Tasmania Police. “Tragically…
Disqualified driver caught over four times the legal limit in Rokeby
Police have charged a 22-year-old man from Rokeby after he was caught drink driving more than four times the legal limit. The man was intercepted by Southern Road Policing Services in Tollard Place, Rokeby shortly after 9pm. It is alleged he returned a positive roadside reading for alcohol. He was conveyed to the Bellerive Police…
Police detect P-plater speeding near fatal crash scene on Bass Highway, Somerset days after tragedy
A P-plater has been detected speeding just 500 metres from the scene of a fatal collision at Somerset, which claimed the life of a 10-year-old girl just days earlier. The 18-year-old was caught travelling 28km/h above the speed limit on the Bass Highway on Sunday (8 November) during targeted road safety operations. During the operations,…
Investigations continue into fatal crash on Bass Highway
Police investigations are continuing into a fatal crash in the state’s North-West on Thursday evening in which a 10-year-old girl died. The crash involved a head-on collision between a white Subaru and a white Toyota Hilux utility on the Bass Highway, about 3.5km west of Somerset, about 5.35pm. Investigations into the incident continue today, with…
Two men charged following investigation into alleged illegal fishing
Police from Marine and Rescue Services have charged two men with fisheries-related offences following a targeted investigation into the alleged trafficking of fish in southern Tasmanian waters. As part of the investigation, police executed a series of search warrants in Sandy Bay and West Moonah on 5 November and located quantities of blacklip abalone and…
Remains located in George Town area
Police can confirm a member of a search team has today located what are believed to be human remains in the George Town area in Northern Tasmania. While forensic testing is yet to be completed, the remains are believed to be an adult human and were located during a search for missing George Town man,…
Police patrols target anti-social behaviour and retail crime
Police have taken action against more than 100 adults and youths during an operation targeting shoplifting, crime and anti-social behaviour in the Hobart CBD, New Town and Sandy Bay areas. The operation included high-visibility patrols and covert resources in retail areas, transport hubs and public spaces, with Tasmania Police working closely with multiple business operators…
Police detect multiple traffic offences during statewide road safety operation
Two motorists have been issued with infringement notices for multiple traffic offences during a statewide road safety operation this week. Police responded to community concerns about dangerous driving displayed by some participants in a high-performance vehicle tour, as well as a recent social media post depicting reckless driving on a Tasmanian highway. On Wednesday, a…