A 36 year old Howrah man has been arrested and charged with wounding and Assault, following an incident at Rokeby yesterday afternoon.
It is alleged the man drove his vehicle through a residential fence and at two occupants of that residence, who were standing on the front lawn.
The occupants were forced to jump out of the way of the vehicle. It is also alleged that the man stabbed one of the occupants in the arm when he attempted to gain entry to the vehicle.
The man was detained by the occupants until police arrived shortly afterwards.
He has been charged and will appear in the Hobart Magistrates Court later today.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at crimestopperstas.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously.
