Man In Custody After Evade In Hobart's Northern Suburbs

A 27 year old man from Hobart's northern suburbs is in custody following an alleged evade incident in Hobart's northern suburbs today.

The man, who was wanted by police in relation to alleged family violence matters, was safely taken into custody at a Glenorchy petrol station about 2.50pm while he was attempting to refuel.

Police allege the man, who was riding a motorcycle, had earlier evaded police in Bridgewater and Berriedale.

Police resources including the Westpac Rescue Helicopter were used to safely take the man into custody.

Inspector Ian Mathewson said that no one was injured during the incident, however investigations are ongoing.

"The motorcycle was a blue Suzuki registration A688X, with the rider wearing black clothing with a black and white helmet. Police are urging anyone with information or dash cam footage relating to the blue Suzuki to contact Bridgewater Police on 131444," Inspector Mathewson said.

/Public Release. This material from the originating organization/author(s) might be of the point-in-time nature, and edited for clarity, style and length. Mirage.News does not take institutional positions or sides, and all views, positions, and conclusions expressed herein are solely those of the author(s).View in full here.