Man charged with stealing from Hobart jewellery store

Police have charged a 43-year-old man after almost $10,000 worth of jewellery was allegedly stolen from a store in Hobart yesterday morning.

Police were called to the scene in the CBD shortly before 11am, after the man reportedly left the store with a quantity of bracelets and anklets.

The man was arrested in Warrane about noon and has been remanded in custody.

At this stage only a small amount of the stolen jewellery has been recovered, and investigations are continuing to locate the remaining items.

Anyone with information that could assist investigators is asked to contact police on 131 444 (quote OR789985).

Information can also be provided to Crime Stoppers Tasmania on 1800 333 000 or at crimestopperstas.com.au. You can stay anonymous.