Police are continuing to investigate a wounding incident at Morris Avenue in Devonport around 12.45pm today. 

A 40-year-old man is undergoing surgery at the Launceston General Hospital for injuries to his abdomen and leg, believed to have been caused by a knife. 

Police would like to speak to anyone with information in relation to the incident. Information can be provided to Devonport CIB on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000. 

It is believed the incident was between people known to each other.