A Devonport man, 18, has been charged with multiple offences, including aggravated carjacking, following an incident in Moonah yesterday evening, Tasmania Police announced. The charges stem from an alleged carjacking and earlier related incidents in the area.
According to Tasmania Police, the alleged carjacking occurred around 6:25 pm on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. A man reportedly returned to his vehicle when he was allegedly threatened by another man, believed to be armed with a knife. Police allege the 18-year-old man then stole the victim’s silver Toyota Camry and drove away, heading towards Creek Road, Moonah.
Police units responded swiftly to the incident. Road spikes were deployed, which successfully intercepted the vehicle. The stolen Camry came to a stop on Pierce Street, Moonah, where the driver allegedly fled the scene on foot. Officers conducted a search of the surrounding area and located the alleged offender, taking him into custody approximately an hour and twenty minutes later, around 7:45 pm. Tasmania Police reported that no physical injuries were sustained by the victim as a result of the incident.
Further police investigation determined that the 18-year-old man was allegedly involved in an earlier incident in Moonah on the same day. Police allege that shortly after 3:00 pm, he attempted to gain entry to two vehicles parked outside a business in Charles Street.
The man has been charged with aggravated carjacking, stealing, evading police, dangerous driving, driving whilst disqualified, and unlawfully tampering with a motor vehicle. He is scheduled to appear in the Hobart Magistrates Court this morning, Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
Tasmania Police reminds the public that a person charged with an offence is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Anyone with information regarding these incidents is encouraged to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference OR 815375. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers Tasmania at crimestopperstas.com.au or by calling 1800 333 000.