Man in hospital following shooting in central Hamilton

A 23-year-old man is in hospital following a shooting in central Hamilton.

Officers were called to the area of Barton St. and Oak Ave. around 5:15 p.m. Wednesday.

Witnesses reported hearing multiple shots fired.

Hamilton police say the victim was found suffering from gunshot wounds.

Hamilton Police are conducting a shooting investigation in the area of Barton/Oak in #HamOnt.

One male located with gun shot wounds, transported to hospital with serious injuries.

Anyone with info please call 905-536-3817.

An update will be provided when one becomes available. https://t.co/lllb8EUf6v

— Hamilton Police (@HamiltonPolice) July 28, 2021

He was taken to hospital with life threatening injuries. Police say he remains in serious but stable condition.

The investigation has been taken over by the Hamilton Police Service Major Crime Unit.

Detectives believe this was a targetted incident.

Police are looking for a male suspect who was driving a black, four-door vehicle.

Anyone with information that could help police with the investigation is asked to contact detectives at 905-536-3817.