Youths charged with an attempted robbery in East Devonport
Police have charged two youths after an incident which occurred on a recreational ground in Thomas Street, East Devonport on 29 September about 3.40pm. Two young males were playing soccer on the recreational ground when they were approached by the two youths who were carrying a small axe and knife at the time. The…
Youth charged after alleged armed robbery
At about 3pm on Monday the 30 September 2019 a male youth entered the St Vincent de Paul Society shop at Hurst Street, Bridgewater armed with a large spanner. The youth threatened staff for money before leaving empty handed. The youth then went into the Big Bargain Bottle shop and attempted to steal alcohol…
Medivac of injured bush walker – Waterfall Valley Hut
Approximately 7:44 pm on 29 September, Police were notified by a member of the public of a bushwalker suffering chest pain at the Waterfall Valley Hut, on the Overland Track. The Westpac Rescue Helicopter was activated and attempted to reach the hut however due to inclement weather the helicopter was unable to reach the…
Evading car successfully captured using helicopter and road spikes
Just prior to midnight on Sunday 29 September 2019, police attempted to intercept a blue Holden Commodore on the Brooker Highway near Cleary’s Gates. That vehicle evaded police into Hobart City. The vehicle was then later located travelling south on the Southern outlet and it continued south on the Channel Highway past Snug, eventually turning…
AFL GRAND FINAL
Tasmania Police is preparing for what is expected to be a very busy day on Saturday 28 September as party-goers celebrate AFL Grand Final Day. While police wish for the general community to enjoy the football, unfortunately they see instances where excess alcohol consumption leads to serious injury or death on our roads, and…
National Police Remembrance Day
Police officers across the nation will stand together in solidarity today at National Police Remembrance Day ceremonies to remember and honour the service and sacrifice of officers who have fallen in the line of duty. “Today is an important and sombre day for all police jurisdictions across the nation as we pause to remember…
Burnie Police Station Escapee in custody
At approximately 4.40pm this afternoon, Thursday 26 September 2019, a 26 year old Irishtown man who had escaped from the Burnie Police Station earlier this week was arrested by Burnie and Devonport CIB Detectives in a vehicle at the Spirit of Tasmania terminal in Devonport. Also arrested at the time was a 58 year…
Man’s name released
The name of the man who died at a Lutana factory site last night has been released. He was Michael Lewis Petterwood, 59, of Risdon Vale. Our thoughts are with Michael’s family and loved ones at this sad time. A report is being prepared for the Coroner, who will determine the cause…
Motor cycle seized after high speed incident
A 29 year old Deloraine man has had his motorcycle seized and charged with a number of traffic offences after he was detected travelling at more than 200kmh. On Wednesday 25 September, members of Northern Road and Public Order Services detected a 29 year old Deloraine man riding a white Suzuki motorcycle west on…
Newest Constables graduate from Tasmania Police Academy
Recruit Course 1/2019 graduates from the Police Academy today with 18 new Constables joining the ranks of Tasmania Police. “Graduating from the Police Academy today are our newest group of Constables who are ready to put their training into action,” said Inspector Kathy Bennett from Recruit Training Services. “The 10 men and 8…