Media release – Tasmania Police, 4 August 2023
Youth in custody following Brisbane Street incident
A 17-year-old is in custody after an altercation in Brisbane Street, Launceston earlier this afternoon.
Police were called to the scene about 2.15pm, after reports of a disturbance.
A man received serious, but non life-threatening abdominal injuries after he was allegedly wounded with a knife.
The victim was taken to the Launceston General Hospital by ambulance and is receiving medical treatment.
This was an isolated incident, and the alleged offender was quickly taken into custody.
Police and emergency services are responding to an isolated incident in Brisbane Street, Launceston. One person has received injuries, and another is in custody.
Brisbane Street between George St and St John St is currently closed and people are asked to avoid the area.
More information will be provided when available.
