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Hammer-wielding Launceston man faces charges for robbery attempt

Kings Meadows, Launceston. Image / Pulse

A Ravenswood man who allegedly threatened a member of the public with a hammer has been charged.

The 42-year-old targeted the person in Kings Meadows on October 3rd, demanding they hand over their money and phone.

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Police say the person targeted was not injured but left shaken by the experience.

The offender is scheduled to appear in the Launceston Magistrates Court on November 22 charged with attempted armed robbery.