Auckland man in serious condition after suspected shooting in Avondale

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A man has been hospitalised with serious injuries after a suspected shooting in the west Auckland suburb of Avondale overnight.

Emergency services were called to an address on Blockhouse Bay Rd shortly before 2:30am on Sunday, a police spokesperson confirmed to Newshub.

It's understood the man suffered injuries from a discharged firearm and he was taken to hospital in a serious condition. 

Authorities are now investigating the circumstances of the incident, the spokesperson said.

Blockhouse Bay Rd is currently closed while a scene examination is completed. Motorists are asked to avoid the area.