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Youth charged over alleged crime spree

September 2, 2026 6:33 pm in by

Taskforce Raven members have charged a 15-year-old Invermay youth following an extensive investigation into a series of property and motor vehicle offences across Northern Tasmania.

Police say he was arrested and charged in relation to a crime spree involving multiple burglaries, stealing offences, and stolen motor vehicles in the Invermay area, as well as a series of burglaries from motor vehicles in Perth.

His charges include aggravated burglary, nine counts of burglary, stealing, motor vehicle stealing and drive whilst not the holder of a driver licence.

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The youth appeared before an after-hours court and was remanded in custody.

Police say his arrest is the result of extensive investigative work by Taskforce Raven members and demonstrates their ongoing commitment to holding offenders accountable for their actions.

They say offences such as burglary and motor vehicle theft have a significant impact on victims and the broader community, and they will continue to target those responsible and bring them before the courts.

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