Tasmania Police Arrest Woman Over Poisoned Coffee Plot

A 43-year-old resident of South Launceston is facing

A 43-year-old resident of South Launceston is facing serious charges after authorities say she attempted to harm her former partner by lacing coffee with a toxic substance. The woman was taken into custody on Tuesday and formally charged with two counts of attempting to unlawfully administer poison with intent to cause injury.

According to police reports, the alleged scheme was a calculated move targeting the victim, who had previously been in a relationship with the accused. Investigators described the incident as a “deliberate and focused attack,” though they have not disclosed how the poisoned beverages were delivered or whether the intended recipient consumed any of the tainted coffee.

The arrest followed a multi-day inquiry by local detectives, who gathered evidence linking the woman to the preparation and distribution of the contaminated drinks. Authorities have not released the names of either party, citing ongoing legal proceedings.

The suspect appeared briefly before the Launceston Magis…

The suspect appeared briefly before the Launceston Magistrates Court, where she was remanded in custody without applying for bail. Legal representatives for the woman have not yet issued a public statement, and no plea has been formally entered.

Police have urged anyone with additional information about the case to come forward, stressing that the investigation remains active. The charges carry significant penalties, with attempted poisoning considered a serious offense under Tasmanian law. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for later this month.