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Man charged over Rokeby firearm discharge incident

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  • A 23-year-old man has been charged with aggravated assault, recklessly discharging a firearm, and possessing an unlicensed firearm after a shooting in Rokeby. The incident occurred on Burtonia Street at 11:30am, with no physical injuries reported.
  • Police seized the firearm and the man will appear in the Hobart Magistrates Court on Thursday.
  • Authorities thanked the community for their assistance in the investigation.
Man charged over Rokeby firearm discharge incident
Photo: Tasmania Police

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