A 37-year-old woman from southern Tasmania has appeared in court facing serious charges after a dramatic police operation in the rural suburb of Collinsvale. The accused is alleged to have fired a .22 rifle at an unmarked police car during a warrant service in October, and she has now pleaded not guilty to three counts of attempted murder.
Alleged Shooting During Warrant Operation
According to court documents, the incident occurred in October at a property in Collinsvale while officers executed a search warrant. The woman is accused of using a .22 calibre rifle to shoot at an unmarked police vehicle as officers approached the scene.
She was arrested and subsequently charged with three counts of attempted murder, marking the seriousness of the confrontation with law-enforcement.
Court Appearance and Legal Response
During her appearance in court, the accused entered a plea of not guilty to all charges. The three counts of attempted murder reflect the prosecution’s position that the bolt-action incident endangered the lives of attending officers.
The matter has been adjourned while legal arguments proceed and further hearings are scheduled. The court will ultimately determine whether there is enough evidence to proceed to trial.
What This Means for Home-Search Protocols
This case raises important issues around how police execute search warrants in rural locations, especially when firearms are potentially involved. The fact that an unmarked vehicle was targeted underscores concerns about officer safety and the need for robust operational planning in high-risk environments.
For members of the public, particularly those in rural regions, this incident highlights the seriousness of resisting or confronting police during warrant enforcement — actions that can lead to life-threatening charges.
