Vehicles clamped as part of hooning crackdown
Tasmania Police is continuing to target acts of hooning and reckless driving in the community, with seven vehicles clamped during a recent operation in the Derwent Park area of Glenorchy. On the nights of Thursday, November 6 and Friday, November 7, police conducted a targeted operation relating to hooning, in particular at Sunmont Street and…
Drugs seized during search in North-West
Two people from Smithton have been charged with a range of drugs offences after police seized a quantity of methamphetamine during a search in the North-West on Sunday. Police estimate the seizure equates to removing about 600 potential street deals from the community. The arrests were made about 4.15am on Sunday after police on mobile…
Joint operation reinforces responsible alcohol culture ahead of summer
As Tasmania heads into the summer season, Tasmania Police and the Liquor and Gaming Branch have partnered in a joint operation to support responsible alcohol practices and ensure licensed venues maintain safe environments for patrons. The coordinated effort that was conducted over the weekend focused on compliance with liquor licensing laws and promoting a strong…
Community urges to act on firearms and weapons
Tasmania Police is calling on public support to help reduce the number of firearms and weapons in the community, with a mobile amnesty operating at Claremont this Saturday. Glenorchy Division Inspector Jason Klug urges any member of the public with unregistered or unwanted firearms, or other weapons such as 3D printed guns, crossbows, swords or…
Third person charged as murder investigation continues
Police have charged a third person as investigations continue into an alleged murder and wounding incident in Salamanca last month. A 20-year-old man tragically died, and a 23-year-old man was injured in the alleged incident in the Morrison Street car park about 11.45pm on Saturday, 25 October. Yesterday, the 14-year-old was charged with: Attempted Wounding…
Speeding drivers caught during Ridgley Highway operation
Western Road Policing Services intercepted 22 speeding drivers during a targeted operation on the Ridgley Highway yesterday afternoon. Acting Inspector Martin Parker said three of the drivers were travelling at speeds of more than 30 kilometres above the limit. “It is incredibly disappointing that these drivers chose to put not only their own life at…
Fatal crash – Morty’s Food Court, Launceston
Sadly, a woman has died following a serious crash at Morty’s Food Court in Launceston yesterday. Police and emergency services were called to the scene just before 12.30pm Wednesday after a car crashed into the building and seriously injured a pedestrian. The 67 year old woman was taken to hospital by ambulance in a critical…
Police investigating serious crash at Morty’s Food Court
Police are investigating a serious crash at the Morty’s Food Court in Launceston on Wednesday. Police and emergency services responded to the incident in Wellington Street just before 12.30pm after reports a car had crashed into the building, and seriously injured a pedestrian. The pedestrian – a 67 year old Newnham woman – was taken…
Presentation of Southern District Medals and Awards
Officers involved in complex search and rescue operations are among those recognised today for their courage and skill as part of the Tasmania Police medals and awards for the Southern District. Commissioner Donna Adams attended the Tasmania Police Academy today to present commendations to members of Tasmania Police Marine and Rescue for their efforts at:…
Drink drivers caught during targeted traffic operations in North-West
Western Road Policing Services conducted 362 random breath tests during targeted traffic operations at Spreyton, Latrobe and Quoiba yesterday afternoon. Acting Inspector Martin Parker said while the majority of road users were doing the right thing, police detected four drink drivers, one speeding driver, and one suspended driver in an unregistered and uninsured vehicle. “Police…