A man is in custody after Saturday night's disturbance at Longford.
Tasmania Police were called to Goose Green Place at Longford just before 7.45pm on Saturday, after multiple reports from the public.
It was believed that the incident involved a number of people known to each other.
A 19-year-old Longford man has been charged with wounding and firearms related offences.
Police allege the man discharged the firearm at the scene, causing another man to sustain a minor leg injury.
The 19-year-old man remains in custody and is due to appear before the Launceston Court on Sunday morning.
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The firearm involved in the incident is yet to be located and the police investigation is continuing.
Anyone with information should contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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