Tasmania breaking news: Alleged evade at Franklin

Police have intercepted a vehicle following an alleged evade incident in the Huon Valley. Here’s what we know so far.

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Person in custody after alleged evade in southern Tas

1.15pm: Police have taken a person into custody after an alleged evade incident at Swamp Rd, Franklin.

Officers said there was a high police presence at the scene while they conduct their duties following the alleged incident.

They have asked motorists to avoid the area until the scene is cleared.

A police spokesperson indicated more details on the situation would be provided in due course.

Driver accused of speeding allegedly overtook unmarked police car

10.47am: A driver who overtook an unmarked police car was allegedly driving at 138km/h and was already had their licence disqualified, officers say.

They were one of 43 speeding drivers caught during a three-hour blitz on northern highways on Friday afternoon, police said.

Police said a P1 licence holder, who is restricted to max speed of 100km/h, was also reportedly travelling at 125km/h.

The P-plater copped a $353.50 fine and three demerit points.

Officers also reported catching a driver whose vehicle registration was nine months expired.

Acting Sergeant Daniel Midson said the results were disappointing.

“Road safety is everyone’s responsibility, and we are urging all road users to make safer choices,” he said.

“Tasmania Police is committed to reducing the number of deaths and injuries on our roads, which is why we conduct a range of enforcement activities to make our roads safer for everyone.”

Meth, MDMA allegedly found during vehicle search

10.40am: Methamphetamine and MDMA were allegedly found and seized during a police search of a vehicle in the state’s north, officers report.

A 26-year-old Gravelly Beach was arrested and charged with trafficking, firearms offences and minor drug offences.

Police said they intercepted the vehicle on Mole Creek Rd just before 7.30pm on Friday when they found the alleged drug stash.

Officers said a search of the man’s home followed, where police allegedly found more MDMA, ammunition and two firearm silences.

The man is set to appear in the Launceston Magistrates Court in May.