Police are investigating after a man was shot in the back in Manhattan.

A 24-year old man was walking when he says he suddenly heard a gunshot and felt pain.

He was taken to the hospital, but it's not yet clear what his condition is.

It happened around 4 a.m. Monday on 11th Avenue near 48th street in Hell's Kitchen.

Police say the victim was not involved in any dispute at the time of the shooting.