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Launceston crime spree: Man charged over alleged thefts from unlocked cars

Items were allegedly taken from unlocked vehicles around Launceston between June and October. Image / Tasmania Police

A chainsaw, a pile of clamps and a smartwatch are among the items police are hoping to return to their owners after a string of alleged thefts from cars around Launceston.

A 33-year-old Mowbray man has been charged with 60 offences, including 11 counts of burglary, 14 of stealing and 28 of computer-related fraud.

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Police allege most of the offending involved personal items taken from unlocked vehicles between June and October.

Detectives first went to the man’s Mowbray home over an alleged wounding.

They arrested him there on Friday, October 9.

During a search of the property, police found a loaded slam gun, along with a machete and a large haul of property.

Police allege the property is linked to burglaries, thefts and fraud across Launceston.

As well as the property offences, the man faces two counts of common assault, one of aggravated assault, one of wounding, one of destroying property and two of trespass.

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He has been remanded in custody.

Detectives from Northern Criminal Investigation Division believe there are victims who have not yet reported crimes.

They are urging anyone who has been targeted to get in touch.

Some of the seized property is still unclaimed.

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Items in a photo released by police include a Stihl chainsaw, a tool case, clamps, a set of spanners, a smartwatch, keys and car fobs, a cooler bag, a backpack and a Coles Bay Half swim cap.

Anyone who thinks they recognise their belongings can call Launceston Police on 131 444.

Police are also reminding people to lock their cars every time and keep valuables out of sight.