Death following Bridgewater motorbike crash
Sadly, police can confirm a 19-year-old man has died following a crash on Killarney Road, Bridgewater on Friday, 13 December. The man was riding an off-road motorbike when he collided with a youth who was riding a motorised push bike in the opposite direction. He was taken to hospital in a critical condition and has…
Operation Safe Arrival: Festive season road safety blitz to begin
Operation Safe Arrival, Tasmania Police’s annual festive season road safety initiative, will begin on Monday and run statewide. Assistant Commissioner Adrian Bodnar said this year’s operation will continue to be supported by the ‘We’re looking out for you’ advertising campaign. “This campaign, featuring real Tasmania Police officers, highlights the enforcement efforts that will be in…
Police investigating serious single motorbike crash at George Town
Police are investigating a serious single motorbike crash at George Town last night where a man sustained serious injuries. Emergency services responded to the crash – involving a black Kawasaki Ninja motorbike – around 6.15pm on Bridport Road. The 47-year-old man riding the bike was flown to the Launceston General Hospital in a serious condition. …
Police investigate parcel thefts in Battery Point
Police are investigating the theft of Australia Post parcels after a female youth was arrested when she was found in possession of two parcels allegedly stolen from the Battery Point area yesterday afternoon. An adult male fled the scene and investigations into his location are ongoing. Police are seeking any information or CCTV of suspicious…
Woman detected high range drink driving at Newnham
A 22-year-old P2 licence holder was intercepted driving by police in Newnham last night, and subsequently returned a blood alcohol reading of 0.319; six time above the legal limit for full licence holders. Following information received from a concerned member of the public, police intercepted the woman around 6.10pm driving on Swan Street. She has…
“Cuppa with a Cop” a hit in Shearwater
Tasmania Police, in partnership with Neighbourhood Watch Tasmania, hosted a successful Cuppa with a Cop event at Hennessy’s Café Bakery in Shearwater today. The event saw a broad representation of Tasmania Police, with general duties officers, Road Policing Services, and detectives all joining in to meet and chat with local residents. The strong turnout allowed…
Police and hospitality industry teaming up for festive season
Tasmania Police and local licensees are teaming up for the festive season, with Hobart’s ‘builders’ breakup’ and ‘cage night’ celebrations taking place this week. Acting Commander John Toohey said police are working closely with licensees to roll out various safety measures to curb anti-social behaviour and keep the public safe. “This includes more patrols and…
Police investigating alleged firearms discharge in Lutana
Police are investigating an incident in Lutana last night – involving people known to each other – where a firearm was allegedly discharged. “Around 7.55pm police responded to reports of an incident near Derwent Park Road where a firearm was allegedly discharged from a residence towards a vehicle,” said Inspector Mark Burke from Glenorchy Criminal…
Youths charged for assaulting bus driver
Two youths have been apprehended by police in relation to an assault on a Metro bus driver in Launceston on Friday evening. The youths are alleged to have assaulted the driver by punching and kicking him, and hitting him with a broken bottle. The driver received a cut to his eye and was taken to…
Police intercept drunk driver following community tip-off
Last night at approximately 8:55pm, Tasmania Police were contacted via Triple Zero (000) regarding dangerous driver behaviour observed on the Bass Highway between Ulverstone and Penguin. Thanks to the vigilance of an alert community member, police swiftly located the vehicle a short time later. The driver, who underwent breath analysis, returned an alarming reading of…