Tasmania Police have located a 32-year-old man alleged to have discharged a small calibre firearm during an incident in Wynyard on Wednesday. Detective Acting Inspector Luke Negri said the suspect was found at the home of an associate on Belton Street following police inquiries. The incident prompted a significant police response and raised concern among local residents. Authorities are continuing their investigation and have appealed for anyone who witnessed the shooting or has relevant information to contact police. Investigators are particularly interested in speaking with people who were in the area at the time of the incident and may have seen suspicious activity. Police have reassured the community that the matter remains under active investigation and that public assistance could be crucial in determining the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
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Alleged shooter located at associate’s home in Wynyard after firearm incident
By 19News Editorial Team · Published 14 May 2026
Launceston Australia · Tasmania News
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Tasmania Police have located a 32-year-old man alleged to have discharged a small calibre firearm during an incident in Wynyard on Wednesday. Detective Acting Inspector Luke Negri said the suspect was found at the hom...
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