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Man critical after supermarket attack in Moonah

Man critical after supermarket attack in Moonah. Image / Pulse

A man has been left with serious injuries and another is on the run after an assault at a Moonah supermarket tonight.

The 30-year-old victim is currently in a serious condition at the Royal Hobart Hospital with multiple head injuries.

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Police say multiple officers are investigating the attack, with a search currently underway to identify and locate the ‘adult male’ offender.

“A number of police resources including forensics, crime scene examiners and detectives from CIB attended the scene and are investigating the matter.”

A sign advises customers of the closure ‘until further notice’. Image / Pulse

In a statement, a Woolworths spokesperson told Pulse “there’s no place for this in our stores and we’re assisting local police with their investigation.”

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is asked to contact police.

No weapons were reported to be used in the attack.