A man is in life-threatening condition after being shot downtown, Toronto police say.

Paramedics received a call for a shooting in the area of Dundas and Sherbourne Streets at approximately 2 p.m. At least six police cars and the canine unit were called to the scene, where they found an unidentified man suffering from gunshot wounds.

The victim was rushed to nearby hospital where he remains in life-threatening condition.

Police have released a vague suspect description saying they are looking for a black male, standing at six feet or taller, wearing a black hoodie.

"We're still trying to figure that out... the investigation is in preliminary stages right now," Toronto Police Sgt. Steve Campbell told CTV Toronto's Zuraidah Alman.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100.