Four youths will appear in the Hobart Youth Justice Court in July, whilst another will be dealt with under the Youth Justice Act 1997 after being charged over stealing from a Hobart bottle shop last night.
A 14-year-old boy was charged with robbery and possess a controlled plant.
A 13-year-old boy was charged with robbery and bail offences.
A 13-year-old girl was charged with robbery and stealing.
A 14-year-old boy was charged with robbery and bail offences.
An 11-year-old girl will be dealt with by way of youth diversion under the Youth Justice Act 1997.
Tasmania Police is committed to protecting the community and local businesses, and detecting and preventing anti-social and criminal behaviour to make our public spaces safer for everyone.
Our community deserves to feel safe at home, out in public and in their workplaces.
We will continue to target anti-social and criminal behaviour and where appropriate, necessary and authorised by law, we will be charging those who offend, and putting them before a magistrate.
Anyone who witnesses illegal or anti-social behaviour should report it to police on 131 444, or triple-zero (000) in an emergency.
Information can also be provided to Crime Stoppers at crimestopperstas.com.au. You can stay anonymous.
