Gagebrook residents may notice an increased police presence currently in the area of Sattler Street, as officers investigate a potential firearms incident.

Police are investigating a report that a man sustained a gunshot wound to the lower leg about 5.45pm. He was transported to the Royal Hobart Hospital for medical treatment.

A person of interest allegedly left the area in a silver or blue mid 2000’s Kia Sportage SUV shortly after the incident.

If anyone has information that would assist the police investigation, they are asked to contact Glenorchy CIB on 131 444 and quote OR794136.

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