Police are investigating a burglary incident at a residential address in Mowbray, Launceston, on Saturday night.

During the burglary a number of firearms that were stored at the address were stolen. The firearms were stored correctly. The house was unoccupied at the time of the burglary.

Investigations are continuing into the matter.

If anyone has information that may assist, Tasmania Police urge them to phone 131444.

Information can also be provided anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers on

1800 333 000 or online at crimestopperstas.com.au