Taskforce Saturate have arrested and charged a 31-year-old Glenorchy man with 19 thefts across the greater Hobart area.
The arrest on Saturday occurred as a result of a targeted operation over several weeks. He has also been charged with multiple breaches of bail and failing to appear in Court.
The thefts were committed over a three-month period, and consisted primarily of electric scooters, electric bicycles, and bicycles that were secured in areas accessible to the public.
The total value of the property stolen is just under $60,000.
Taskforce Saturate has located a quantity of stolen property as a result of the investigation and resultant search yesterday and will be conducting further enquiries regarding ownership.
The man was detained and will appear in the Hobart Magistrates Court today.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at crimestopperstas.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously.
