A 38-year-old man was shot Sunday afternoon in Brampton, according to Peel police.

The shooting occurred in the area of The Gore Road and Ebenezer Road area shortly after 3:30 p.m., police said.

The man was transported to a trauma centre, though the extent of his injuries is unknown. Some reports said his injuries are life-threatening, but Peel paramedics could not confirm that to CBC Toronto.

Earlier police were at the scene with tactical and K-9 units investigating the area.