Youths In Custody After Armed Robberies

Two youths are in custody following two alleged armed robberies in Launceston.

Police were called just before 2.15pm after reports two youths had entered two separate businesses in Bathurst Street and stolen alcohol while in possession of a knife.

Nobody was physically injured during either incident and the youths were quickly arrested nearby and are assisting police with their inquiries.

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