Commander appointments
Tasmania Police has announced the promotion of two Inspectors to the rank of Commander, and their postings. Commander Richard Cowling will head the Northern District, while Commander Lauchland Avery will be in charge of the Western District.
CBA robbery – information sought
Police investigating the armed robbery of the Commonwealth Bank at Westbury have recovered a stolen motor vehicle believed to have been used in the robbery.
Moonah fatality
A single vehicle crash occurred at about 2.30am this morning on Main Road, Moonah. The male driver, aged in his 40s from Moonah, was the only occupant of the car.
Margate burglaries
Kingston CIB is investigating five home burglaries that have occurred in the Margate area in the past week.
Identity sought
Hobart Detectives are seeking the identity of a male in relation to a fire that is believed to have been deliberately lit at the rear of a Hobart tile store.
Car clamped for second time
Tasmania Police advise that a female disqualified driver had her car clamped for a second time in two months.
Media response
Response from Acting Deputy Commissioner Scott Tilyard in response to media questions.
Armed robbery investigations continuing
Police are continuing their investigations into an armed robbery which occurred at the Commonwealth Bank in Westbury.
Armed robbery, Westbury
At 11.55am on Wednesday 21st July, 2010, a man entered the Commonwealth Bank at Westbury armed with a knife.
Tarraleah truck crash
About 10.20am today, 21 July, a fully laden cement truck was travelling on the Lyell Highway when it lost control in icy conditions.