At approximately 11:30am today (11 December 2013), police were called to attend a disturbance on Main Road, Rosetta.

Upon arrival it was ascertained two men who were known to each other have engaged in a verbal argument.  One of the men has smashed the window of a car. The owner of the car has used a pair of scissors to cause a 4cm laceration to the back of the other parties head.

A 42 year old man from Bellerive was arrested at the scene and conveyed to the Hobart Police Station whilst enquiries are conducted.

The 32 year victim from Claremont was conveyed to the Royal Hobart Hospital by ambulance to have the laceration treated.  The injuries are not life threatening and it is expected the victim will be shortly released from hospital.

It is noted the parties were known to each other and this was an isolated event.

Tasmania Police would like to thank members of the public who reported the matter to police and remained at the scene to provide further information.

Anyone who witnessed the incident is requested to ring Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.