Police investigation ongoing into deliberately lit fire at Claremont
Police are continuing to investigate a deliberately lit fire which destroyed a house on Cadbury Road at Claremont last night. Tasmania Fire Service Fire Investigators have determined the fire was ignited by a Molotov cocktail which had been thrown at the residence. One adult was inside the house at the time of the fire. The…
Deliberately lit house fire at Claremont under investigation
Police are investigating a deliberately lit fire which destroyed a house at Claremont last night. Around 8.40pm emergency services responded to reports of a house on fire on Cadbury Road. Tasmania Fire Service crews extinguished the fire which had fully engulfed the house. A fire scene examination is being undertaken, with the fire believed to…
26 Barring Orders and 13 Infringements issued during targeted Hobart CBD licensed premise patrols in April
In a concerted effort to enhance public safety in the Hobart CBD, Tasmania Police, throughout April, had a specific focus on patron behaviour within licensed premises. Inspector John Toohey said the focus was about creating a safe and enjoyable environment for all patrons. “The Southern District Licensing Unit, in collaboration with licensed venues, issued 26…
Police Vessel Van Diemen departing Tasmania Police fleet
After nearly three decades in Tasmania Police’s fleet Police Vessel (PV) Van Diemen has been sold and is departing Tasmania today. “Following nearly 30 years of service patrolling waters around Tasmania and its islands – PV Van Diemen has been decommissioned from service with Tasmania Police and leaves our shores today,” said Assistant Commissioner Robert…
Tasmania Police takes action during National Road Safety Week
With National Road Safety Week launched today, Tasmania Police is reaffirming its commitment to reducing the number of deaths and injuries on our roads. Assistant Commissioner Adrian Bodnar said eight lives have already been lost on Tasmanian roads this year, with more than 114 people suffering serious injuries in crashes. “We cannot overlook the devastating…
Two youths to be proceeded against over Hobart taxi damage incident
Police have been investigating an incident in Lutana where three parked taxis were damaged by offenders on Wednesday 24 April 2024. Police have today interviewed two youths aged 15 years from the Glenorchy area and they will proceeded against through the Youth Justice Division of the Hobart Magistrates Court. Police will allege the offenders caused…
Two charged over Devonport assault
Two men have been charged over an isolated incident at Devonport on 14 April where another man was allegedly assaulted during a verbal confrontation between the parties. The victim received serious, but non-life-threatening injuries as a result of the incident. Following an investigation into the matter, police charged a 30-year-old man and 22-year-old man –…
Police officer to appear in court
A Southern District police officer will appear in court this morning after being arrested overnight in relation to an ongoing investigation into family violence matters. The officer will appear in court in relation to a family violence order and in relation to a restraining order involving another police officer. As is the usual process, the…
Tasmania Police response regarding coronial report
Commissioner Donna Adams today noted the coronial report of Coroner Olivia McTaggart regarding the death of Geoffrey Russell Mason at Brighton on 17 February 2020. Commissioner Adams paid tribute to the three attending officers, saying they had acted professionally and courageously throughout the incident and its aftermath. “I want to personally acknowledge the officers involved…
Westbury crash investigation ongoing
Police are continuing to investigate a crash involving a train on Marriott Street at Westbury around 4.40pm yesterday. Marriott Street between Lyttleton Street and Meander Valley Road is anticipated to remain closed for another 24-30 hours while the derailed train is removed, and the track and roadway are inspected for safety. “Police investigations are ongoing…