The same core group of people committing multiple crimes in Tasmania’s North are the target of a new taskforce called Raven launched in Launceston today.
It’s hoped to emulate the success of Taskforce Saturate in the south.
Commander Marco Ghedini stressing that when it comes to the scourge of youth crime, it’s a multi pronged approach.
“What we do find is early intervention and proactive work with our youth to educate and to divert them away from the court process is really beneficial and very effective in reducing future offending.”
Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Management, Felix Ellis said the Government was taking action because the community is fed up.
“We are continuously seeing the same group of people committing crimes, and strong action needs to be taken,” Minister Ellis said.
“We’ve seen great success targeting serial offenders through Taskforce Saturate in the Southern District, and I look forward to seeing this important work continue in the north through Taskforce Raven.
“We can be tough on crime, and tough on the causes of crime and by taking action, we will reduce crime in our community.
(Image of Police Minister Felix Ellis and Tasmania Police Officers supplied by the Tasmanian Government)
