Traffic Offences posted on social media
Traffic offences posted on social media Police investigations into the driving behaviour in a video posted on a social media site has resulted in action being taken against the driver. The video showed a vehicle travelling through a red light at the intersection of Main and Creek Roads, New Town, narrowly avoiding colliding with pedestrians.…
Commissioner of Police appointed to Advisory Panel
I am pleased to be to be part of the Advisory Panel to reduce violence against women, announced by the Prime Minister. As Police Commissioner, a husband and father, and an ambassador for White Ribbon for the past 7 years, I am committed to reducing the impact of violence against women, their children and the…
Murder Charges – Risdon Road, Shooting incident
A 73 year old man from the Huon Valley will appear in court tomorrow charged with the murder of a 37 year old woman at Risdon Road, New Town. The deceased woman is the estranged partner of the alleged offender. The woman was rushed to the Royal Hobart Hospital by ambulance but later died as…
Counterfeit bank notes in circulation on the North West Coast
COUNTERFEIT BANK NOTES ON THE NORTH WEST COAST Police have again received numerous reports of counterfeit fifty dollar and ten dollar notes being circulated along the North West Coast. Business owners should be cautious and ensure that staff are alerted to check any notes that may be presented. If anyone has any bank note in…
Glenorchy home ransacked: Vehicle and ornamental weapons stolen.
Glenorchy home ransacked: Vehicle and Ornamental Weapons Stolen Detectives from Glenorchy Criminal Investigation Branch are seeking witnesses after a house was entered and ransacked in Vieste Drive, Glenorchy last night. The offender or offenders broke into the home sometime between 6.50pm and 8.15pm while the residents were out for dinner. A number of ornamental weapons…
Series of Business burglaries and stolen motor vehicle – Greater Launceston area
Overnight three businesses in the greater Launceston area have been targeted by thieves. At approximately 1am this morning police were notified of a burglary in progress at the Evandale IGA Supermarket, Russell Street, Evandale. It is believed the offenders are a group of men who have forced entry to the premises and stolen a quantity…
Aggravated Armed Robbery – Wellington Street South Launceston
Aggravated Armed Robbery – Wellington Street, South Launceston On Monday 11 May 2015, at approximately 3:30pm two men approached the front door of a unit in the upper end of Wellington Street, South Launceston. The men forced their way into the unit; wearing balaclavas and armed with an axe and firearm and they demanded that…
Newnham Police Station
Newnham Station No decision has been made to close the Newnham Police Station. It’s important to be open to new ideas and Tasmania Police regularly reviews the way we deliver policing services to the community to ensure the most effective and efficient use of resources. We encourage senior members within the police districts to put…
Theft of Black Ford F150 Utility
Theft of Black Ford F150 Utility Between the 1st and 2nd May 2015, a black 1992 Ford F150 extra cab utility was stolen from Henty Close in Old Beach. The vehicle has not yet been recovered and information is sought as to the vehicle’s current whereabouts and/or the person(s) involved in its theft. The utility…
Assault complaint investigation
Assault Complaint Investigation Tasmania Police are investigating a complaint received last night in relation to an alleged assault at Blundstone Arena on 9 May 2015 during the match between North Melbourne and Richmond. The incident occurred around 2.35pm and involved a man who was working as a security guard and a person believed to be…