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…
Body Worn Cameras issued to Frontline Police in North West Tasmania
The roll-out of Body Worn Cameras to police in North West Tasmania starts today. “The first Body Worn Cameras issued to frontline officers stationed in Burnie and Devonport will be operational from tomorrow,” said Western District Commander, Jonathan Higgins. “This is a significant step forward in terms of providing a safe working environment for our…
Police football teams converge on Hobart for national carnival next week
Tasmania is hosting the 30th National Police Football Championships which will be held at North Hobart Oval from October 8-12. The championship has grown from an annual match between Tasmania and New South Wales Police in the 1970s, to a national event held every October in a different state. Tasmania has never won the…
Concern for welfare – Ella May Martin
Concerns are held for the welfare of 14-year-old Ella Martin. Ella was last seen leaving her residence in Lenah Valley on Monday 1 October and hasn’t returned. She’s believed to be in the Hobart and Glenorchy areas. Ella is described as being 168cm tall, slim build, long blonde hair, green/blue eyes and has fair skin.…
Police Operation Saturate making our community safer
Tasmania Police’s Operation Saturate taskforce has had a significant impact on making our community safer and reducing crime in Southern Tasmania by targeting prolific offenders. “Following a successful three-month trial, the dedicated 12-strong Operation Saturate taskforce has been extended until the end of 2018 and is achieving significant results,” said Acting Inspector Ian Mathewson.…
Police investigate Tasmania Fire Service equipment theft
Police are investigating the theft of Tasmania Fire Service equipment worth about $25,000 from a fuel reduction burn site near Nunamara in the state’s north overnight. Inspector Darren Hopkins said that equipment from a locked custom-built trailer was stolen from an area about 5km west of Nunamara, near Prossers Road and the Tasman Highway.…
Alleged road rage assault at Warrane
Police are investigating an alleged assault on a 68-year-old man in Warrane on Wednesday night, which is believed to have started from a road rage incident. The alleged assault occurred around 6.00pm and involved a number of vehicles and people. The victim from Lenah Valley received non-life threatening injuries. Investigations are continuing. Police are calling…
AFL Grand Final behaviour
Police have praised the majority of Tasmanians who took part in AFL Grand Final celebrations yesterday for their good behaviour. Inspector Kathy Bennett said that the vast majority of people who attended did the right thing by others – making sure everyone had a safe time. “Grand Final Day is traditionally a busy…