Man extradited from Queensland – armed robbery
A 24-year-old man from Hobart’s northern suburbs will be extradited from Queensland today to face charges in relation to the July armed robbery of the Claremont Hotel Bottle Shop. His arrest and extradition follows an extensive investigation across two states and he will face the Hobart Magistrates’ Court tomorrow. The robbery took place just before…
Road Rage Incident – Percy Street, Bellerive
Police are investigating a road rage incident in Bellerive this morning during which a driver was allegedly threatened by another motorist holding a knife. Police were called to a disturbance in Percy Street, Bellerive opposite the Bakery about 11.30am today. Two vehicles were involved being a white Toyota Hilux and a white Toyota…
Police arrest shoplifters in Launceston
Tasmania Police would like to thank members of the public who provided assistance in the recovery of over $4,000 worth of property stolen from retail businesses in the Launceston CBD yesterday. After receiving several reports of shoplifting from Launceston businesses on Saturday 13 October, police conducted searches around the CBD. With the assistance of members…
Police Launch New Digital Evidence Investigative Tool
Community members who witness an incident will now be able to provide videos and photos directly to Tasmania Police when requested, through our new investigative tool, Axon Community. “Adding Axon Community to our suite of investigative tools will provide police with the ability to quickly and easily obtain digital evidence from witnesses,” said Acting Inspector…
Drive Safely for Back to School
Tasmanian motorists have been reminded to slow down for back to school traffic around the State next week. “Tasmanian drivers need to remember, that after a couple of weeks off, reduced speed zones come back into effect this coming week,” Inspector Adrian Shadbolt said. “Safety is our number one priority and as such…
Police renew call for witnesses after serious pedestrian crash at Riverside
Police are again appealing for witnesses to come forward in relation to the crash on Ecclestone Road yesterday involving a motor vehicle and pedestrian. The crash occurred about 7.20am on Thursday 11 October 2018. The 31 year old female pedestrian has since been transported to the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne in a critical condition.…
Police call for witnesses over targeted Mayfield burglary
Launceston CIB is investigating a burglary during which a 70 year old man who is a quadriplegic had his oral alarm tube removed by the offender during the incident. Detective Inspector Gary Williams said that an unknown male offender entered a residence in Gregory Street, Mayfield, at approximately 4am on Thursday 11 October 2018.…
Aggravated Armed Robbery – Ellendale
Two men have been charged over an aggravated armed robbery at Ellendale about 10pm on Wednesday 10 October 2018. Detective Sergeant Ben Duffey said that the armed robbery appears to be an isolated incident. “The resident of the address attended the Royal Hobart Hospital and was treated for minor injuries,” he said. …
Pedestrian Crash – Ecclestone Road, Riverside
Police are investigating a crash in Riverside this morning which critically injured a female pedestrian. Around 7.20am police and emergency services were called to the crash on Ecclestone Road where a female pedestrian had been struck by a white Mitsubishi Triton dual cab utility. The 31-year-old female pedestrian from Riverside was transported by Ambulance to…
Police investigating unlawful road race in Howrah
Police are investigating an unlawful road race in Howrah last night where one driver was charged and another remains outstanding. Around 6:39pm last night, police detected two cars racing each other on South Arm Highway at Howrah, travelling in excess of 50km/hr above the speed limit. One of the vehicles, a black Toyota Soarer was…