Launceston detectives yesterday charged two Launceston men with ‘conspiracy’ in relation to the disappearance and suspected murder of Launceston man Christopher Dean Watkins.

Mr Watkins was last sighted in Mayfield on the evening of 7 August 2013, two years ago today.

Police will allege that both men (aged 22 and 23 years) conspired to pervert the due course of justice by deliberating providing false information during the police investigation.

Mr Watkins disappearance has been the subject of an intensive police investigation since his disappearance.

A $50,000 reward was offered last week for information leading to a prosecution in the case.

Detective Inspector King said:
“Both these men are alleged to have been living at the address at which Mr Watkins was last seen.

“We allege that they have provided false information about the events of that night.

“Investigations are ongoing and we anticipate additional charges against others as more information comes to hand.”