Police investigating last night’s shooting that left a woman seriously injured Wainoni have confirmed it was gang-related.

As first reported by chrislynchmedia.com, Detective Inspector Craig Farrant said officers were called to Shortland Street on Monday night, where a woman was found with a serious gunshot wound.

“Police are following good lines of enquiry in relation to a shooting in Wainoni last night,” Farrant said.

“Officers remain at the scene on Shortland Street, and in the general area as our enquiries continue. Initial enquiries suggest this was gang-related.”

Farrant said the incident was “concerning,” and police had increased patrols across Christchurch to reassure the community.

“The victim remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition,” he said.

A police presence is expected to remain in the area while investigations continue.