Photo: RNZ / Richard Tindiller
A man has been taken into custody, after a shooting in the Lower Hutt suburb of Stokes Valley on Sunday morning.
Emergency services were called to Hanson Grove about 9am, following reports of a firearm being discharged.
A 39-year-old man was found in critical condition at the scene and was flown to Wellington Hospital's intensive care unit, where he remains.
Detective Inspector Haley Ryan said police had executed a series of search warrants nearby and would continue to be visible in the area.
Police still sought public assistance and wanted to talk with anyone who had information.
Earlier, a dark-coloured vehicle was seen fleeing the area at speed shortly after the incident, but the vehicle had not been located.
"We'd like to hear from anybody in or around the Sladden Street area in Naenae, as well as Poole Street in Taita, who may have CCTV or dashcam footage."
She said police were working to establish exactly what happened and urged members of the public to come forward.
"CCTV will be vital in this investigation," she said. "We are urging anyone who has residential or commercial CCTV, or dashcam footage from the Hanson Grove area or the main arterial routes of Stokes Valley to contact us."
Anyone with information is asked to call police on 105 and quote file number 250803/0624. Information can also be shared anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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