An 18-year-old man has been charged after allegedly stabbing a man in the face and hand.
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This incident occurred at a private residence off George Town Road, Newnham on Thursday evening.
Tasmania Police and emergency services were called to the scene about 7pm.
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A 17-year-old man was taken to the Launceston General Hospital with lacerations to his face and hand.
Police said he is in a stable condition and undergoing treatment for the injuries. The injuries are not considered life threatening.
"This is an isolated incident and both males are known to each other," police said.
The 18-year-old Newnham man will appear in the Launceston Magistrates Court on Friday.
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