SIGNIFICANT RECOVERY OF STOLEN PROPERTY

At approximately 5:30 am this morning, uniform police were called to reports of a burglary at a business premises on George Street, Launceston, formally the Roman Baths complex.

A 34 year old woman from East Launceston, a 24 year old woman from South Launceston and a 23 year old man from West Launceston, are all currently in custody and assisting police with enquiries.

“Police located a significant quantity of stolen property in the nearby area and at other locations around Launceston.  The stolen property consisted of household items and tools to an approximated value of over $50,000,” said Detective Acting Inspector Ruth Orr.

“Detectives from Launceston Criminal Investigation Branch are currently investigating the matter,” she said.

Police are asking for any witnesses who may have seen suspicious activity in the early hours of this morning, particularly in the area of York and George Street, Launceston, to please contact Launceston CIB on 6777 3911 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.