Police investigations are ongoing and following a specific line of inquiry in relation to a wounding incident at Claremont early this morning.

About 5am, police attended an address on Curlew Parade following a report that two people had entered the residence and assaulted the occupants. 

A man in his 20s was transported to the Royal Hobart Hospital where he remains in a serious condition. Investigations to date indicate the man sustained a gunshot wound to the hip. 

A woman in her 20s received medical treatment for injuries that did not require hospitalisation. It is reported the woman was struck with the side of an axe a number of times. 

Police believe the incident was targeted, and all parties involved are known to each other. 

Investigations are ongoing and following a specific line of inquiry to locate the offenders believed to have been involved. 

Anyone with information in relation to the incident is asked to contact Glenorchy CIB on 131 444 and quote OR 813521. 

Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers Tasmania at crimestopperstas.com.au or on 1800 333 000.