Two charged over separate stealing incidents in Launceston
Two people have been separately charged over stealing incidents in Launceston in recent months. A 58-year-old man has been charged with 32 offences after he allegedly stole more than $6000 worth of property from Launceston supermarkets and businesses over the past three months. The man was bailed to appear in the Launceston Magistrates court in…
Taskforce Saturate charged 53 people
During the month of September, Taskforce Saturate focussed its efforts to target individuals who failed to appear in court and those who breach bail conditions. “During the targeted campaign, the taskforce laid a total of 199 charges against 53 people, demonstrating its commitment to holding repeat offenders accountable,” Inspector John Toohey said. “Charges included 24…
Police seize $40,000 worth of property during Newstead search
Police have seized more than $40,000 worth of property following a planned search at Newstead. Members of Launceston Uniform searched a shed on Thursday as part of an ongoing investigation into recent motor vehicle burglaries, locating a significant quantity of power tools and trade equipment. Investigations are continuing, and police are again reminding owners to…
Footy fans urged to celebrate safely this AFL Grand Final Day
Tasmania Police is urging AFL fans to celebrate responsibly as they prepare for the Grand Final tomorrow. Acting Inspector Justin Lawson, Tasmania Police Road Safety Coordinator, said AFL Grand Final Day is typically busy for police and other emergency services. “We will have officers out across the state to ensure everyone can celebrate safely,” he…
Two men charged with firearm trafficking under joint investigation
As part of an ongoing joint investigation between Tasmania Police and the Australian Federal Police, two Tasmanian men have been charged with trafficking in firearms. Operation Country – an ongoing joint investigation involving members from Tasmania Police and the Australian Federal Police – is focused on illicit firearm and drug related crime impacting the Tasmanian…
Man charged with attempted forcible abduction
Police have charged a 60-year-old man with attempted forcible abduction following an incident involving a youth at Queens Domain last night. Detective Sergeant Sam Storer said officers from the Bridgewater Criminal Investigation Branch and members from across the Southern Division quickly responded to reports of a man attempting to force the youth into a vehicle…
Youth charged after Hobart CBD incident
A 14-year-old girl will appear in the Hobart Youth Justice Court in November after allegedly smashing the windows of a Hobart CBD business and assaulting the staff member. Police were called to the Elizabeth Street Mall around 5pm last night after reports a youth was smashing windows with a hammer. The victim in this…
Single-vehicle traffic crash, Grove
Sadly, a 66-year-old man has died following a single-vehicle crash at Grove in the states South. Police and emergency services were called to the scene about 2.00pm this afternoon. Initial inquiries indicate the man, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, has experienced a medical episode. Our thoughts are with the man’s family and…
Three charged over $130,000 worth of stolen property
Three people have been charged after police recovered more than $130,000 worth of stolen property. Detectives from Northern Criminal Investigation Branch arrested a 22-year-old Kings Meadows man, a 28-year-old Mowbray man, and a 43-year-old Mowbray woman last week in relation to a recent series of burglaries in the northern suburbs of Launceston during which vacant…
Woman caught more than four times the legal limit in George Town
A 48-year-old George Town woman was charged with high range drink driving, driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor and a number of traffic offences in George Town yesterday. Police reportedly observed the woman speeding in a silver Ford Ranger on Main Road, George Town about 7.05pm, before performing an illegal u-turn and crashing into…