Police investigate arson at Box Hill Road, Claremont
Detectives and forensic investigators remain at the scene of an arson incident in Claremont after a fire caused minor damage to the property overnight. Tasmania Fire Service responded to a report of a structure fire at 131 Box Hill Road, Claremont about 12.30am this morning (Monday 23 July 201). Upon arrival, the residence was…
Call for witnesses following a motorcycle crash at Bridgewater
Tasmania Police is seeking witnesses following a motorcycle crash on Taylor Crescent, Bridgewater around 7:50pm last night where an unregistered trail bike collided with a pole. The 16-year-old rider from Bridgewater wasn’t wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. He was transported to the Royal Hobart Hospital with leg injuries by Ambulance Tasmania.…
Arson – 3 Newbury Place, Bridgewater
Overnight on the 20th July 2018 a structure fire occurred at 3 Newbury Place, Bridgewater. As a result of the fire extensive damage was caused to the interior of the residence. TFS conducted a scene examination and determine the fire was deliberately lit, and Tasmania Police have commenced an investigation. Tasmania police would like to…
Police Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Crash – Forster Street, New Town
Sadly an 82-year-old lady has died after being struck by a Toyota Hilux on Forster Street in New Town early this morning. Around 5.54am the lady was struck by the east-bound white Hilux in the vicinity of 37 Forster Street. First aid was provided to the lady at the scene however sadly she was pronounced…
Investigations continuing in accidental fall at Salamanca
Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding a 19 year old Cygnet woman’s fall from a wall at Salamanca, Sunday morning 8 July. “Investigators have spoken with number of people and viewed footage from numerous CCTV systems in the area. Based on the current available evidence, there is nothing to suggest that the young woman…
Burglary of Dance Studio, Moonah
Police are investigating a burglary at a Moonah Dance Studio in Hopkins St last weekend. Several items were stolen relating to the dance studio, and it’s believed a vehicle may have been used to remove these items. Police are asking anyone who may have noticed anything suspicious in the area of Hopkins Street Moonah between…
Outlaw motorcycle gang member charged after strip club incident
An outlaw motorcycle gang member has been charged following an incident outside a Launceston strip club in which two other men were sprayed with capsicum spray. A 46 year old member of the Launceston Chapter of the Outlaws motorcycle gang has been charged with two counts of common assault, unlawfully possessing and using a…
ATV Crash – Sandy Cape Track Temma
A 42 year old male rider from Turners Beach is currently in hospital with non-life threatening injuries following an ATV crash on the Sandy Cape Track on Saturday. The crash which occurred at around 12:20 pm, was attended by both police and ambulance personnel. ‘Due to the remoteness of the crash scene the Westpac rescue…
Missing Person – Megan Jane SPRINGBORG, 25yrs
Concerns are held for the welfare of Megan Springborg who is believed to be in the Huonville area driving an off-white coloured 1988 Toyota Hiace Van, registered number 372-SGL (Qld registration). Ms Springborg is described as 180cm in height, slim build, blue eyes and auburn hair. If you have seen Ms Springborg or have information…
Single Vehicle Crash – Wesley Vale Road, Latrobe
Devonport Police are investigating a serious single vehicle crash which occurred approximately 10.25 pm on Saturday the 14th of July 2018 at the intersection of Moriarty Road and Wesley Vale Road at Latrobe. One male occupant of the vehicle has suffered spinal injuries as a result of the crash. Investigations are continuing in relation to…