Two men charged in relation to burglary at chainsaw dealer in Hobart

Police have charged two men as part of an ongoing investigation into a significant burglary at a Husqvarna Chainsaw dealer in the Hobart area in July.

A 40-year-old man from Ravenswood and a 36-year-old man from Gagebrook have been charged in relation to the burglary.

During the burglary more than 20 Husqvarna Chainsaws of various models were stolen, with a total value over $30,000.

Police have recovered some of the stolen chainsaws, however, a significant number remain outstanding, and police believed they have been on-sold at a discount price.

Anyone who has purchased a discounted Husqvarna Chainsaw recently is asked to contact Hobart CIB on 131 444.

Anyone with information in relation to the location of the stolen chainsaws is asked to contact Hobart CIB on 131 444 or report via crimestopperstas.com.au