Woman detected high range drink driving at Newnham
A 22-year-old P2 licence holder was intercepted driving by police in Newnham last night, and subsequently returned a blood alcohol reading of 0.319; six time above the legal limit for full licence holders. Following information received from a concerned member of the public, police intercepted the woman around 6.10pm driving on Swan Street. She has…
“Cuppa with a Cop” a hit in Shearwater
Tasmania Police, in partnership with Neighbourhood Watch Tasmania, hosted a successful Cuppa with a Cop event at Hennessy’s Café Bakery in Shearwater today. The event saw a broad representation of Tasmania Police, with general duties officers, Road Policing Services, and detectives all joining in to meet and chat with local residents. The strong turnout allowed…
Police and hospitality industry teaming up for festive season
Tasmania Police and local licensees are teaming up for the festive season, with Hobart’s ‘builders’ breakup’ and ‘cage night’ celebrations taking place this week. Acting Commander John Toohey said police are working closely with licensees to roll out various safety measures to curb anti-social behaviour and keep the public safe. “This includes more patrols and…
Police investigating alleged firearms discharge in Lutana
Police are investigating an incident in Lutana last night – involving people known to each other – where a firearm was allegedly discharged. “Around 7.55pm police responded to reports of an incident near Derwent Park Road where a firearm was allegedly discharged from a residence towards a vehicle,” said Inspector Mark Burke from Glenorchy Criminal…
Youths charged for assaulting bus driver
Two youths have been apprehended by police in relation to an assault on a Metro bus driver in Launceston on Friday evening. The youths are alleged to have assaulted the driver by punching and kicking him, and hitting him with a broken bottle. The driver received a cut to his eye and was taken to…
Police intercept drunk driver following community tip-off
Last night at approximately 8:55pm, Tasmania Police were contacted via Triple Zero (000) regarding dangerous driver behaviour observed on the Bass Highway between Ulverstone and Penguin. Thanks to the vigilance of an alert community member, police swiftly located the vehicle a short time later. The driver, who underwent breath analysis, returned an alarming reading of…
Western district tackling shoplifting offences
Tasmania Police in the Western District are actively addressing shoplifting incidents in the lead-up to Christmas, ensuring a safer retail environment for businesses and the community. On Friday, 13 December 2024, Burnie Police arrested and charged a 15-year-old youth with eight counts of shoplifting-related offences. The youth is alleged to have stolen a range of…
64 speeders caught in two days in northern Tasmania
Police from Northern Road Policing Services, the Central North Division and the North-East Division conducted targeted road safety operations on the Bass Highway and West Tamar Highway on Thursday and Friday. Inspector Nick Clark said four fatal crashes and several serious crashes have occurred on these highways in the past eight months. “Police want to…
64 speeders caught in two days in northern Tasmania
Police from Northern Road Policing Services, the Central North Division and the North-East Division conducted targeted road safety operations on the Bass Highway and West Tamar Highway on Thursday and Friday. Inspector Nick Clark said four fatal crashes and several serious crashes have occurred on these highways in the past eight months. “Police want to…
Serious crash at Killarney Road Bridgewater
Police are investigating a serious crash involving an off-road motorbike and a motorised push bike that occurred on Killarney Road, Bridgewater earlier this evening. Police and emergency services were called to the scene about 7:25pm. Preliminary investigations indicate the two bikes collided head on. Both male riders were taken to hospital, a youth sustained minor…