Women Charged With Theft in Launceston, Devonport

Two women have been charged after allegedly stealing over $6,000 worth of goods from stores in the Launceston and Devonport areas between May and September 2024.

The 26-year-old and 39-year-old, both from Ravenswood, were arrested in the Rooke Street Mall, Devonport on Saturday after they were intercepted by police leaving a store with a significant amount of property.

Police obtained a search warrant for their vehicle and recovered further stolen property.

Both women appeared in court today and were remanded in custody to appear again at a later date.

If you have any information regarding this matter, please contact Tasmania Police on 131 444, or anonymously through Crime Stoppers Tasmania via crimestopperstas.com.au on 1800 333 000.

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