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Thursday, 30 September 2021 - 9:54 am.

Police investigate firearms discharge at Claremont

Police are investigating an incident where a firearm was discharged into a house in Ebden St, Claremont last night. Police were called to the residence about 11.40pm after the occupant reported suspected gun shots into a window. No one was injured during the incident. Police confirmed two shots were fired from the vicinity of the…

Wednesday, 29 September 2021 - 2:47 pm.

Police investigating serious ATV crash

Police are investigating a serious ATV crash on a farming property in Burnie about 10:30am today. Initial investigations indicate the ATV was travelling down a hill when the rider lost control, causing him and his pillion passenger to be thrown from the vehicle. The man was airlifted to the Royal Hobart Hospital with life-threatening injuries…

Wednesday, 29 September 2021 - 12:27 pm.

Man charged after significant seizure of stolen property

A 36-year-old man from the state’s north-east is facing 11 charges after police located and seized stolen property valued at approximately $160, 000 at his rural property.   Officers from Launceston CIB, Uniform section, and Forensic Services attended the property on Tuesday and executed a search warrant.   Among the property recovered were a 1.7…

Wednesday, 29 September 2021 - 10:24 am.

Fallen officers honoured at Police Remembrance Day ceremonies

Police will pause at remembrance ceremonies around the country today to honour officers who have fallen in the line of duty. “Today is a sombre and important day, as officers stand in solidarity at National Police Remembrance Day ceremonies, to honour the brave men and women who have died serving their community,” said Deputy Commissioner…

Monday, 27 September 2021 - 8:05 am.

Body believed to be missing 19 year old George Town man located

Sadly police can confirm the body of a man believed to be missing 19 year old George Town man Austin Giles has been located in bushland in George Town last night. There are no suspicious circumstances. Our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones at this difficult time. A report will be prepared…

Monday, 27 September 2021 - 7:59 am.

Police investigate evade incident in Devonport

Devonport Police are seeking information from the public following a vehicle evading police on Forbes Street in Devonport at 11:10pm on Saturday. The vehicle was driving erratically without headlights and refused to stop for police. Police would like to speak with anyone who saw a Grey Hyundai Tucson driving dangerously in and around Forbes Street…

Friday, 24 September 2021 - 9:01 am.

Police encourage responsible behaviour for AFL Grand Final

Police are encouraging anyone celebrating the AFL Grand Final tomorrow night to do so responsibly and safely. “With AFL Grand Final Day traditionally busy for Tasmania Police, we’re urging anyone celebrating the match tomorrow to do so responsibly,” said Inspector Brian Edmonds. “While tomorrow’s grand final will be somewhat different with a night match, as…

Friday, 24 September 2021 - 6:05 am.

Suspicious Fire – 16 Briar Crescent, Gagebrook

Police are investigating the scene of a house fire at 16 Briar Crescent Gagebrook which has resulted in the house being completely destroyed. Emergency services were called to reports of a house engulfed in flames shortly before 3.00am this morning. Upon arrival, the house was fully alight and unsalvageable. Fortunately, the house was unoccupied at…

Friday, 24 September 2021 - 3:06 am.

Fatal crash – Ulverstone

An Ulverstone woman involved in a single vehicle crash on Thursday 23 September 2021 sadly died at the North West Regional Hospital (NWRH) The 84-year-old was the sole occupant of the vehicle when it struck a power pole around 1:45pm on Heathcote Street at Ulverstone. The woman was taken by ambulance to the NWRH but…

Thursday, 23 September 2021 - 11:19 pm.

Fatal Motor Vehicle and pedestrian collision – Claremont

The four year old child struck by a vehicle at Claremont on Tuesday the 21st of September has passed away at the Royal Hobart Hospital on Thursday evening the 23rd of September, 2021. Police are preparing a report for the Coroner.

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