A woman has been charged with attempted murder and firearms offences after a firearm was allegedly shot at police in Collinsvale yesterday evening.
Assistant Commissioner Adrian Bodnar said officers were attending the property to execute a search warrant as part of an ongoing criminal investigation.
"Upon entering the property and driving through the front gate, police became aware that something had struck their vehicle," he said.
"Shortly afterwards, a 37-year-old woman and a 38-year-old man were taken into custody without incident. Both were found in possession of firearms."
A subsequent examination of the scene revealed a single bullet hole located near the wheel guard of the unmarked police vehicle.
The woman has been charged with attempted murder and several firearms-related offences. The man has been charged with firearms offences and attempted aggravated assault.
"At this stage, investigators believe the residents did not realise it was police entering the property," Assistant Commissioner Bodnar said.
"Regardless, it is reprehensible that our officers were placed at such risk while performing their duties. This incident could have had tragic consequences, and it was extremely fortunate that no one was physically harmed."
Both individuals are expected to appear in the Hobart Magistrates Court today.
