Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Four youths charged over Metro Tasmania bus damage

Tasmanian Police have charged four children over damage caused to Metro buses in Southern Tasmania this month. 

A 12-year-old youth has been charged in relation to several matters including allegedly damaging a Metro bus on 16 October. 

A 13-year-old youth will be proceeded against in relation to allegedly damaging a Metro bus on 5 October. 

A 15-year-old youth and an 18-year-old man will be proceeded against for allegedly damaging a Metro bus on 8 October.

“Tasmania Police has dedicated officers who work closely with Metro Tasmania, and we will continue to detect and deter anti-social behaviours and damage to Metro buses,” said Inspector Jason Klug. 

Anyone who witnesses anti-social or illegal behaviours is asked to contact police on 131 444 or report to Crime Stoppers at crimestopperstas.com.au or on 1800 333 000 – information can be provided anonymously.

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