One person was taken to hospital by helicopter in a critical condition. Photo / NZME

A 39-year old man is in a critical condition after an alleged shooting on Hanson Grove in Stokes Valley this morning.

A dark-coloured vehicle was seen fleeing at speed immediately after the shooting, according to police. It has not yet been found.

Police are working to put together a full
picture of what happened and are urging anyone with information to come forward.