Two men have been arrested following a firearms incident on Wednesday evening (29 Mar) in Tuatapere.

Southland Area Investigation Manager, Detective Senior Sergeant Greg Baird said that about 11pm on Wednesday, Police received a report that a firearm had been discharged on Half Mile Road, Tuatapere.

Police, along with the Armed Offenders Squad, executed two search warrants today (31 Mar) in relation to the incident.

Two people were arrested and charged with recklessly discharging a firearm, aggravated burglary and unlawful assembly.

A 25-year-old man was due to appear in Invercargill District Court today, while a 20-year-old man is due to appear in Invercargill District Court tomorrow (1 Apr).

Cannabis and a vehicle were among items seized, Baird said.

Inquiries are ongoing and anyone with information on the incident should contact Police.

Information can be provided to Police on 105, quoting file number 230330/5631 or provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.