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Tasmanian police officer charged over alleged on-duty assault

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Tasmanian police officer charged over alleged on-duty assault. Image / Pulse

A Tasmanian police officer is facing two charges of common assault following an incident in Hobart last year.

The 28-year-old constable from state’s south has been served with a summons to appear in the Hobart Magistrates Court in August.

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The charges relate to alleged assaults that occurred while the officer was on duty in Hobart on November 19 last year.

Tasmania Police confirmed the officer has been removed from operational duties pending the outcome of court proceedings.

Tasmanian police officer charged over alleged on-duty assault. Image / Pulse

A spokesperson did not provide specific details about the incident.

“It is not appropriate to make any further comment given the matter is now before the court,” the spokesperson said.

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