HRP release:

Police are investigating a shooting that occurred this morning in Halifax.

At approximately 5:30 a.m., officers responded to a man suffering from a gunshot wound in the 200-300 block of St Margarets Bay Road. The man was transported to the hospital with what are believed to be serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Police are asking the public to remain out of the area to allow officers to conduct the investigation.

The investigation is in the early stages. At this time, investigators believe this was not a random incident and there is not a broad threat to the general public. 

Anyone with information or video from the area is asked to call police at 902-490-5020. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or by using the P3 Tips app.

(Submitted)