Three arrested after suspicious death at Larcombes Rd, Reedy Creek
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TUESDAY, JANUARY 12
THREE ARRESTED AFTER SUSPICIOUS DEATH IN STATE’S NORTH
8.20pm
THREE people have been arrested and police are hunting for another who may be armed after a suspicious death in the state’s North.
Police and emergency services were called to Larcombes Rd, Reedy Marsh at 6pm where they found a man dead inside a house.
Two men and one woman are in police custody assisting with inquiries. Police are currently searching the Larcombes Rd area for another man.
Initial investigations indicate this was an isolated incident between people known to each other and that the offender may have been armed with a bat type weapon.
Police including officers from CIB, Forensics and Uniform are on the scene conducting examinations.
This is expected to take some time, a police spokesman said.
Anyone with information in relation to suspicious activity in the area around Larcombes Rd around 6pm is asked to contact Launceston CIB on 131 444 or report Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000.
CBD CRASH TO IMPACT TRAFFIC – HOBART
2.15PM TUESDAY JAN 12
Shattered glass, a police officer and an ambulance remain on the scene of a two-vehicle crash on the intersection of Molle and Liverpool streets in the city.
One lane had been blocked, but is now cleared.
A male driver involved in the incident said he felt “a bit dizzy” but lucky to be safe after the crash, but no injuries had been reported.
A young male driver is feeling "a bit dizzy" but lucky to feel safe following a two-vehicle #crash. A #police officer on the scene said an elderly woman was the driver of the other car, with all parties safe following the incident. @themercurycomau pic.twitter.com/LdlJFGDdeP
— Annie McCann (@AnnieMcCann14) January 12, 2021
CBD traffic is likely to be affected after a two-car crash on the intersection of Molle and Liverpool Street.
Tasmania police believe there are no serious injuries but expect traffic delays while the scene is cleared.
MONDAY, JANUARY 11
CREWS DOUSE TWO BUSHFIRES ON ‘HIGH’ FIRE DANGER DAY
Kasey Wilkins
TWO blazes were brought under control by fire crews as extreme heat and winds lashed the state during the hottest day of summer so far.
Firefighters responded to a 16-hectare fire at Ouse and six-hectare fire at Broadmarsh during the afternoon, as parts of the state faced severe or very high fire danger and temperatures of up to 37C.
Broadmarsh was facing extreme winds as crews worked to bring the fire under control, using helicopters and planes to dump water.
Local Nick Oakhim felt confident while watching on from his nearby property at Andersons Rd.
He said he was a new member of the local brigade but hadn’t yet had the chance to attend many call-outs.
“I’m feeling okay. I know the guys are really well-prepared and we’re lucky there aren’t too many other fires in the region, so they’re throwing everything at it,” he said.
“We’re prepared, too. It doesn’t feel as bad as it felt last year, and that one was further away.
“The response is really great, and that’s all that you can ask for really.”
As of Monday evening, the Broadmarsh fire was under control with crews working to put out hot spots and the situation at Ouse was being monitored by the land owner.
Regional Fire Controller Phil Smith said they were able to contain the small fires today with quick responses, including pre-positioned teams at Cambridge and New Norfolk ready to respond as fires were detected.
However the risk of bushfires extends into the months and weeks ahead, he said.
“Tasmanians need to remain vigilant, prepare their properties and ensure they have a bushfire survival plan,” he said.
Acting Regional Chief Ian Bounds said he had received no reports of noncompliance during the state’s total fire ban.
Twelve municipalities in the south were included in the ban, which ran until 2am Tuesday.
“Days like this are when we really rely on the public,” he said.
“If they do see smoke, we’re asking (them) to report it immediately so we can investigate and respond appropriately.”
He said alongside the fires at Ouse and Broadmarsh, crews also responded to a small incident at Bridgewater which was quickly dealt with.
It is unknown whether any of Monday’s fires were deliberately lit.
The Bureau of Meteorology said the highest temperature for Monday was 37 degrees, which was recorded near New Norfolk and Richmond.
Hobart reached 36 degrees and Launceston 30 degrees.
Today is expected to be much cooler across the state, with a south-westerly wind change arriving around dawn in Hobart.
A cold front will bring showers for most of the state with chances of an isolated thunderstorm in the east on this morning.
SHARK DEATH INVESTIGATION – NORTH WEST TASMANIA
1.20pm
Authorities are investigating reports of a slain great white shark in Perkins Bay area near Smithton over the weekend.
Images circulating on social media appear to show a shark roughly two meters long, with some lacerations, on the beach.
Great white sharks are considered threatened species in Tasmania.
Police would like to hear from members of the public who have any information about the incident, including video or images which will help their investigation.
Anyone with information should contact Western Marine and Rescue Services on 131444 or report to Fish Watch on 0427 655 557.
Originally published as Three arrested after suspicious death at Larcombes Rd, Reedy Creek
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