One man is dead and second is in hospital following a double shooting Wednesday night, Toronto police have confirmed.

The victims, both believed to be in their 40s, were each shot multiple times in the Danforth and Woodbine avenues area.

One patient was transported to hospital without vital signs, while the other was transported in critical condition.

The circumstances surrounding the shooting were not immediately known.

No information on possible suspects has been provided by police.

Police continue to investigate at the scene.