14 year old charged in connection with Richmond alleged murder
The investigation into the alleged murder of Jarrod Leigh Turner last Sunday is continuing. A 14 year old female youth was today charged with one count of being an accessory after the fact to murder, contrary to Section 161 Criminal Code, 1924. The youth appeared in a (closed) court this afternoon. She did…
Three to be charged with common assault
Three people will be charged with common assault via summons following an incident during which two people were allegedly assaulted at the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Deloraine. Deloraine Police were called to attend a report of a minor disturbance about 6.50pm on Saturday 30 March where a 38 year old Westbury man and…
Two in custody over Richmond suspicious death
Two people are in custody and assisting police with their inquiries following the suspicious death of a 22 year old man by the side of Colebrook Road at Richmond in the early hours of Sunday morning. Detective Inspector Doug Rossiter said that a youth and a 29 year old Moonah man remain in custody…
New-look police vehicles to spearhead Easter road safety campaign
Tasmania’s new-look police vehicles have been unveiled to spearhead this year’s Easter road safety campaign. Police Commissioner Darren Hine said that this Easter, Tasmania Police could be anywhere, any time, and in any vehicle. “We’re once again targeting high-risk driving behaviours that are the main causes of serious and fatal crashes – but…
Police investigate serious two vehicle crash – Arthur Highway, Forcett
Police are investigating a serious two vehicle crash which occurred approximately 10.50am today on the Arthur Highway at Forcett. The crash occurred when a black Holden sedan travelling towards Sorell has crossed to the incorrect side of the road and collided with a silver Toyota Yaris, which was traveling towards Copping. The Holden…
Kayaker rescue – Maria Island
A male kayaker missing in waters off Maria Island has been located safe and well following a major search and rescue operation. Steve Smith, aged 54, of Hobart, set off from Darlington around 9.30am yesterday and was scheduled to return at 2.00pm. Two Westpac Rescue Helicopters, police vessels Cape Wickham, Relentless and Sentinel,…
Police continue to investigate suspicious death at Richmond
Police are continuing to investigate the suspicious death of a 22 year old man by the side of Colebrook Road at Richmond in the early hours of Sunday morning. Police are working to establish the circumstances around how he died and how he came to be in that location. Following conclusion of forensic…
Man dies after tree felling incident at Nunamara
Sadly, the 28 year old man involved in a tree felling incident at Nunamara on Saturday has died. He was Rowland Michael Clinton Howe, of Nunamara. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this difficult time. A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
Cataract Gorge assault update
Thanks to the public, Launceston CIB has identified the man pictured in last week’s released photo of the person of interest in the Cataract Gorge assault. “At this stage we have eliminated him as a suspect in the assault and are therefore again asking for any public assistance in relation to the incident,” Detective…
Significant increase in reward offered for Helen Munnings cold case
The reward being offered in connection with the disappearance of young Burnie mother Helen Munnings has been increased to $250,000. The increase, from $50,000 to $250,000, is part of Burnie CIB’s ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Ms Munnings from Burnie on July 23, 2008. In 2012 the Coroner determined that Ms Munnings…