One man was rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries after being shot multiple times in the city’s downtown core Tuesday night.

It happened on George Street, between Dundas and Gerrard streets, at around 8:30 p.m.

The circumstances surrounding the shooting were not immediately known.

The 26-year-old victim was shot multiple times in the back and groin, police said.

Suspect information has not been provided.

Police continue to investigate.