Charges over Burnie CBD assault

Seven people will be proceeded against following an investigation into an altercation in a Burnie CBD business in March 2024.

During the incident a person was assaulted, receiving non-life-threatening injuries to their face.

Two adults from the Burnie area and five youths from Burnie and Smithton will be proceeded against for a variety of offences.

The two adults and two youths will face charges of Affray, with the youths facing a further charge each of stealing.

Three further youths each face a charge of disorderly conduct relating to behaviour displayed inside the business.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at crimestopperstas.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously.