A youth has been charged following an incident at West Launceston overnight where a woman received non-life-threatening injuries.
Police were called about 6.15pm after an off-duty police officer had apprehended the youth who had allegedly assaulted a woman with a stick.
The woman was taken to the Launceston General Hospital for treatment.
The youth – a 15 year old boy – was arrested at the scene and has since been charged with wounding.
He was detained to appear in the Youth Justice Division of the Launceston Magistrates Court later today.
Anyone with information should contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestoppers.com.au
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