Tasmania Police’s Taskforce Reprisal continues to target those offenders causing the most harm to the community.
Acting Sergeant Katie Swift said “yesterdaytwo youths were arrested in relation to an extensive number of shoplifting matters which had occurred in Hobart since October 2024.”
“A 15-year-old boy will appear in court today charged with 32 counts of stealing16 counts of trespass4 counts of breaching bail2 counts of mark graffiti1 count of Injure property1 count of possess graffiti equipment in a public place and 1 count of unlawfully possess dangerous article in a public place.”
“The second youtha 15-year-old boy was arrested and charged with 8 counts of stealing7 counts of trespass1 count of mark graffiti1 count of possess thing used for administration of a controlled drug1 count of unlawfully possess dangerous article in a public placeand 1 count of possess graffiti equipment in a public place. The boy will appear in court at a later date.”
“The youths targeted fragrancesclothing and food itemsvalued at over $3000.”
“Tasmania Police will continue to prioritise the safety and security of our community and where appropriatenecessary and authorised by lawwe will be charging those who offend and putting them before a Magistrate.”
“Our community deserves to feel safe at homeout in public and in their workplaces,” she said.
Anyone who witnesses illegal or anti-social behaviour should report it to police on 131 444or triple-zero (000) in an emergency. Information can also be provided to Crime Stoppers at crimestopperstas.com.auand you can stay anonymous.
