Police are investigating an incident in Lutana last night – involving people known to each other – where a firearm was allegedly discharged. 

“Around 7.55pm police responded to reports of an incident near Derwent Park Road where a firearm was allegedly discharged from a residence towards a vehicle,” said Inspector Mark Burke from Glenorchy Criminal Investigation Branch. 

“Police investigations are ongoing to locate the offender/s involved.” 

No injuries were sustained in the incident.

Inspector Burke said, “Investigations indicate this was a targeted incident between people known to each other.” 

“Every alleged firearms incident is a concern for the community and police, and I urge anyone with information in relation to this incident, or firearms in our community, to come forward.” 

Information can be provided to Glenorchy CIB on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers Tasmania at crimestopperstas.com.au or on 1800 333 000 (information can be provided anonymously) – quote reference number ESCAD 342-17122024.