A man was rushed to hospital after a shooting in New Westminster Thursday morning.

The incident happened around 6:45 a.m. in the 300-block of Carnarvon Street. Police say the man is in critical condition.

“It is a residential area, so it was a concern for public safety,” said Sgt. Jeff Scott. “We’re thankful nobody else was reported to be injured from this.”

Police say the shooting appears to be targeted, adding that the victim is known to officers. His identity has not yet been released.

An investigation is ongoing, and anyone who may have witnessed this incident is asked to call the NWPD at 604-525-5411.