Police are investigating a shooting in North Preston.

At 4 a.m. this morning, police were called to a shooting on Johnson Rd. in North Preston. A 20-year-old North Preston man had been shot and was transported to hospital by EHS with serious injuries. 

The investigation is in its early stages and is being led by members of the General Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division. Members from Halifax District RCMP, RCMP Police Dog Service and RCMP Forensic Identification Services are assisting with the investigation.

Anyone who may have information about this incident to call Halifax District RCMP or Halifax Regional Police at 902-490-5020. Should you wish to remain anonymous, citizens can also call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), text TIP202 + your message to ‘CRIMES’ (274637) or by secure online tips at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca. 

Source: Media Release