String of Tasmanian Robberies

In brief

There were a number of armed robberies in Tasmania's south on the weekend.

The first incident occurred in Harrington St when the two men allegedly assaulted a man and stole his wallet at around 2.20am. It's believed the men then assaulted and robbed two women and a man in Murray St, near Liverpool St, at around 4.15am and took two handbags.

Police believe the robberies were linked and that the men fled from both attacks in a red Holden Commodore sedan.

Crime Stoppers is also are seeking information regarding a man suspected of holding up a Howrah service station on Sunday. The man, holding a large knife, robbed the United service station on Clarence St just after 6pm and ran off towards Clarence High School with a small amount of cash.

It's believed the man was in his mid 20s, of solid build, wearing a light-coloured, long-sleeved top with stripes running down the sleeves and light-coloured jeans.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.