sfpd_squad.jpgA man was shot in the buttocks while working on his car in San Francisco’s Hunters Point neighborhood late Wednesday night, police said.

The shooting was reported at about 11:45 p.m. Wednesday near the intersection of Hudson Avenue and Bertha Lane.

The 52-year-old victim was working on his vehicle when he heard five or six shots and realized he had been struck, according to police.

He was taken by a friend to San Francisco General Hospital to be treated for his injuries, which are not considered life-threatening.

No arrests have been made in connection with the shooting.

Anyone with information about the case is encouraged to call the Police Department’s anonymous tip line at (415) 575-4444 or send a tip by text message to TIP411.

Dan McMenamin, Bay City News

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