Police have launched an investigation after a man was allegedly shot in the leg at Gagebrook in Hobart’s northern suburbs.
The incident occurred around 5:45pm on Sunday near Sattler Street, prompting an increased police presence in the area.
Authorities confirmed the victim sustained a gunshot wound to his lower leg and was transported to the Royal Hobart Hospital for treatment.
His condition is currently unknown.
Police are searching for a person of interest who reportedly fled the scene shortly after the shooting in what has been described as a silver or blue mid-2000s Kia Sportage SUV.
Authorities are urging anyone with information that could assist with the investigation to contact Glenorchy CIB on 131 444 and quote reference number OR794136.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers Tasmania via their website at crimestopperstas.com.au or by calling 1800 333 000.
