A Lower Hutt street has reopened after a man was shot near Pharazyn street in Melling just before midday.
Police say there is no risk to the public. (File photo) Photo: RNZ/Adriana Weber
The victim has been taken to hospital with non life-threatening injuries.
Police said a firearm has been recovered and they were making enquiries.
A Pharazyn street resident said they could see police with guns walking around.
Police would not say if anybody had been arrested, but said there was no risk to the public.