Death of 20-year-old man in Halifax ruled a homicide

Halifax police have ruled the shooting death of a 20-year-old man on Hollis Street over the weekend a homicide.

Investigators were called to the 1600 block of Hollis Street at 3:49 a.m. AT on Saturday. The victim was taken to hospital, but later died.

Nova Scotia's medical examiner conducted an autopsy on Sunday and ruled the death a homicide.

The victim has been identified as Keezondre Kentrez Smith.

"Our thoughts are with Keezondre's family and loved ones during this difficult time," a news release from police said.

Investigators also saythey do not believe it was a random incident.

Police saythe investigationis in its earlystages and they're asking anyone with information about this incident to call 902-490-5020.