Police are investigating an incident in Mowbray on Saturday morning in which a man sustained a single gunshot wound.
The 38-year-old man was in a private residence at the time he sustained the injury to his lower left leg, about 4.25am today. The firearm involved is thought to be a small calibre rifle, possibility a .22.
The man received treatment at the Launceston General Hospital and was later transferred to the Royal Hobart Hospital. His injuries are not life-threatening.
Initial reports are a man entered the premises of the Mowbray property earlier today and an altercation occurred with the male occupant. A firearm was discharged and the occupant of the residence sustained a gunshot wound.
It is believed that the persons were known to each other.
The injured man has provided police with only limited information.
No one else in the property was injured during the incident.
There have been no arrests made.
Police investigations are continuing and anyone with information is asked to contact police on 131 444. Police are interested in viewing dashcam or CCTV footage of the Pleasant Street, Mowbray area, from earlier today.
The public can also report anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperstas.com.au
