Bellerive CIB is continuing to investigate what is believed to be a serious assault on a young child in Southern Tasmania.   

The child presented to the Royal Hobart Hospital early yesterday with critical injuries that are believed to be suspicious. They remain in hospital in a critical condition. 

Police including officers from CIB, Forensics and Uniform are continuing to investigate and conduct examinations. This is expected to take some time.

Anyone with information that may help the investigation is asked to call Bellerive CIB on 131 444 or report to Crime Stoppers at crimestopperstas.com.au – information can be provided anonymously.