A man has sustained a gunshot wound during an incident involving police at Goodwood this morning (5 April).

The man was provided immediate first aid at the scene by police before being transferred to Royal Hobart Hospital by Ambulance Tasmania where he is in a serious but stable condition.

Tasmania Police Southern District Commander Jason Elmer said police initially responded to a call for assistance at a residence in Rothesay Circle, Goodwood, about 4.35am Sunday.

Initial investigations are that about 5.50am the man was outside the house, threatening police.

Commander Elmer said following a confrontation, police discharged their firearms resulting in the man sustaining a gunshot wound to the chest.

His injuries are serious, but believed to be non life-threatening at this stage.

The man was alone at the property at the time of the incident and there were no other injuries.

“This is obviously a serious incident that is now under investigation. It’s an incident that is quite distressing for those parties involved and we are assisting with support to those affected,” Commander Elmer said.

“As is normal process in any serious incident involving police, a full Professional Standards investigation is under way.”