Bridgewater Police have charged two 14-year-olds with causing approximately $145,000 damage to affordable housing under construction in Herdsmans Cove.

Following a police investigation, the youths were both charged with:

• 28 counts of destroy property (estimated value $145,000)
• 28 counts of burglary

Police will allege the incidents occurred between April and May 2024, with investigations continuing to determine whether anyone else was involved.

Anyone with information should contact Bridgewater Police on 131 444 and quote OR744672. Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers Tasmania anonymously at crimestopperstas.com.au

Both youths will appear in the Hobart Youth Court at a later date.

Bridgewater Police would like to thank the public for their assistance and reassure the local community that incidents of damage and vandalism will not be tolerated.