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$4.5M major meth smuggling attempt lands Tasmanian man in jail

After an unsuccessful attempt to import a significant quantity of ice from Spain on behalf of drug traffickers, a 52-year-old man from Glenorchy has been sentenced to five years in prison. Mark Anthony Chatters will spend at least the next seven months in jail before becoming eligible for parole due to his involvement in the […]

Thu Sep 7, 2023 - 4:00pm
Courts and Crime

Young driver busted 41km/h over speed limit in ‘busy shopping area’

A young driver has been slapped with a fine after he was caught driving at almost double the speed limit in Dodges Ferry. The 20-year-old man was caught speeding through the towns ‘busy shopping precinct’ at 91km/h – 41km/h over the 50km/h speed limit – at around 1pm on Wednesday. Police say the young driver has been […]

Thu Sep 7, 2023 - 1:00pm
Courts and Crime

Adelaide bikie arrested, extradited to Tasmania after Devonport assaults

A 23-year-old man has been extradited to Tasmania from the Adelaide suburb of Ingle Farm to face charges of affray and assault. The outlaw motorcycle gang member was arrested by South Australia Police’s Crime Gangs Task Force over alleged Devonport assaults in August. The man will appear in Devonport Magistrates Court today. August 11: Interstate […]

Wed Sep 6, 2023 - 10:26am
Courts and Crime

Taskforce Saturate: Wanted repeat offenders face arrest, says inspector

A special Tasmania Police taskforce are on the hunt for 54 repeat offenders across the south of the state. Four new Hobart officers have joined Taskforce Saturate today in a bid to “deal with as many repeat offenders as possible”. Inspector John Toohey said the repeat offenders continue to do the wrong thing and will be tracked […]

Tue Sep 5, 2023 - 12:45pm
Road Incidents

Invermay ram raid: Three arrested after stealing tools, setting ute on fire

Three men have been arrested after ram-raiding a tool store with a stolen ute in Launceston’s north overnight. After allegedly stealing the red Mazda from a Prospect address, Acting Detective Inspector Andrew Hanson said the trio then committed a series of burglaries – targeting brand new power tools – across the city. Hanson said the […]

Fri Sep 1, 2023 - 9:30pm
Courts and Crime

Metro crime spree: Police deployed to escort Gagebrook buses

Metro buses travelling to the Hobart suburb of Gagebrook are requiring police escorts due to regular rock attacks. A memo sent to staff has warned drivers not to proceed past the Gage Road roundabout without an escort. Buses that are unable to be accompanied by police officers must turn back. The state secretary of Tasmania’s […]

Fri Sep 1, 2023 - 4:30pm
Courts and Crime

Aboriginal artist’s necklace stolen from Rosny Barn exhibition

An invaluable echidna quill necklace made by Aboriginal artist Aunty Jeanette James has been stolen from the Rosny Barn. The ‘culturally significant piece of art’ was set to be featured in an exhibition at the arts venue, which was forced to launch without the necklace. With a unique appearance, the necklace has been deemed “unsellable” without […]

Fri Sep 1, 2023 - 4:00pm
Courts and Crime

New Norfolk community foodbank targeted by thieves

The New Norfolk Community Pantry have been left heart broken after becoming the latest target of the thieves in the Derwent Valley. The Community Pantry had vital operating equipment, stock and cash stolen on Wednesday night. President Samantha Sayers said the vital service has been left “unable to operate”. “Someone decided that they were more deserving of […]

Fri Sep 1, 2023 - 1:45pm
Courts and Crime

Drug, firearm charges for Penguin man after bust

A ‘planned search’ has landed a Penguin man in custody on several charges this afternoon. The 33-year-old was arrested after police uncovered a significant amount of methamphetamine at his home on Thursday. Alongside the drugs, cash, stolen property, a firearm and ammunition were also discovered. Police say the amount of methamphetamine seized would have put […]

Thu Aug 31, 2023 - 6:22pm
Courts and Crime

Devonport man jailed for setting Housing Tasmania unit on fire

A Devonport man who set fire to the Housing Tasmania unit he were living in has been sentenced to jail. Terrence Leigh Adams caused over $200,000 worth of damage to his property and a neighbouring unit in the early hours of the morning on 25 April 2020. In her remarks, Justice Tamara Jago dismissed Adams claim […]

Thu Aug 31, 2023 - 2:41pm