Launceston man charged with 15 burglaries after $20K in stolen goods found

Police discovered approximately $20,000 worth of stolen property. Image / Pulse

A Launceston man has been charged with over a dozen burglary offences after police discovered approximately $20,000 worth of stolen property at his home.

The 29-year-old was arrested on December 4 following a search of his residence.

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During that search, officers allegedly found a “significant quantity” of stolen electrical equipment and power tools.

Police accuse the man of targeting motor vehicles, sheds and containers in and around the greater Launceston area.

He has been charged with 15 counts of burglary and 16 counts of stealing.

The man is scheduled to appear in the Launceston Magistrates Court in January.