In short:
A 33-year-old Tasmanian man was arrested in Werribee at 10:30am on Wednesday, 20 May 2026, by Victoria Police’s Fugitive Squad and Special Operations Group at the request of Tasmania Police. The arrest relates to a shooting in Chigwell, Tasmania, on 5 April 2026, in which a 29-year-old Bridgewater man was seriously wounded.
Cross-border arrest made
A 33-year-old Tasmanian man has been arrested in Werribee by Victoria Police’s Fugitive Squad and Special Operations Group, in connection with an ongoing firearms investigation being conducted by Tasmania Police.
The arrest took place at the corner of Muscovy Way and Orinoco Chase in Werribee at approximately 10:30am on Wednesday, 20 May 2026.
The operation was conducted at the request of Tasmania Police and relates to a shooting incident in Taree Street, Chigwell, Tasmania, on the night of Sunday, 5 April 2026. During the incident, a 29-year-old man from Bridgewater sustained a serious gunshot wound to the head and neck. He received treatment at Royal Hobart Hospital and is reported to be recovering.
Tasmania Police issued a renewed call for public information regarding the Chigwell shooting on Friday, 17 April 2026, as investigators continued to pursue leads in the matter.
The Werribee arrest marks a significant development in the cross-jurisdictional investigation, with specialist units deployed to take the man into custody.
No charges have been confirmed at the time of publication. This article will be updated as further information becomes available.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers Victoria on 1800 333 000 or visit crimestoppersvic.com.au
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