Two youths have been charged in relation to an alleged armed robbery at a bottle shop in Howrah about 7.40pm last night.
Police will allege the youths entered the bottle shop and stole a quantity of alcohol. During the incident the youths allegedly assaulted the staff member, and one of them threatened the worker while in possession of a knife.
A 15-year-old youth has been charged with stealing with force, common assault, and unlawful possession of property.
A second 15-year-old has been charged with common assault.
The third youth taken into custody was released without charge.
The staff member was not seriously injured in the incident.
Anyone with information in relation to the incident is asked to contact police on 131 444 and quote OR 814741.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers Tasmania at crimestopperstas.com.au or on 1800 333 000.
