Tasmania Police are still searching for an armed man said to be wearing camouflage paint after a body was found in a house in the state’s north last night.
Police were called to a house on Larcombes Road, in Reedy Marsh, about 6:00pm on Tuesday and found the body of a man inside.
Two men and a woman are in custody and are assisting police with their inquiries.
Police began searching for a fourth man late last night, with the Westpac Rescue Helicopter joining the effort.
Police urged members of the public to not approach the man, who they said is armed with a knife and has his face painted with camouflage paint.
Residents in the Reedy Marsh area were asked to ensure their properties are secure.
Police say initial investigations suggest all five people are known to each other.
Anyone with information about the matter is urged to contact police immediately on 131 444 or Triple Zero (000) in an emergency.