Youth cautioned after laser pointer incident in North West, TAS

As a result of enquiries into the use of a laser pointer at the Ulverstone Basketball Stadium during the Northwest Thunder game Saturday 16 June 2018, a 13 year old youth has been cautioned under the provisions of the Youth Justice Act, Tasmania Police say.

This incident was reported to police by club representatives after a formal complaint was lodged with the South East Australian Basketball League (SEABL) on Monday.  No further action will be taken.

Members of the public are reminded that it is an offence to possess, carry or use a laser pointer in a public place without a lawful excuse.

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