A teenager is scheduled to appear in the Hobart Magistrates Court today after allegedly robbing a Blackmans Bay chemist while armed with a hammer.
The 15-year-old is facing serious charges for the incident, which reportedly occurred when he entered the chemist in Bayview Market around 2:20pm on Saturday.
According to police allegations, the teenager stole a quantity of prescription medication after threatening a staff member with a hammer.
“Police officers from Kingston responded immediately and the offender was located and arrested within 30 minutes,” a spokesperson said.
“The hammer and stolen property were also recovered.”
While the staff member walked away from the incident without any physical injuries, they were left “understandably shaken”.
“Anyone with information about the incident who has not already spoken to police is asked to contact us on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at crimestopperstas.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously,” police said.
