Police believe Codan James Viney, aged in his mid-20s, can assist them with inquiries into a series of property crimes in Launceston.

Mr Viney was charged with the theft of The Examiner's Winter Relief donation tin from a Mowbray butcher in 2013.

He was sentenced to eight months' jail in 2014 for more than 20 charges, including stealing, and motor vehicle theft.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Northern CIB on 131 444.