Police are searching for a suspect who is wanted in connection to a shooting incident in a west Edmonton park.

Edmonton Police said a male victim was found with gunshot wounds to both of his legs, though his injuries are considered not life-threatening.

The altercation between two males occurred in the area of 189 Street and 96 Avenue at around 8:30 p.m. Wednesday night. Police said the men are not associated with the La Perle neighbourhood.

“This is not a random occurrence. We believe these individuals know one another,” Acting Insp. Doug Fedechko said.

The motive is under investigation as police search for the suspect.

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