Brooks RCMP are asking for the public's help after a man died of a gunshot wound he suffered after complaints of gunshots were called in by residents.

Police arrived at 9 St. E. and Sutherland Drive in Brooks on Tuesday and found a man who had been shot.

EMS took him to hospital where he later died.

The identity of the 26 year old man is not being released at this time.

An autopsy is scheduled for later Wednesday in Calgary to find out the cause of death.

If anyone has any information in relation to this incident, they are encouraged to contact the Brooks RCMP at 403-794-4400. Should the public wish to remain anonymous, they can utilize Crime Stoppers at 1-888-222-TIPS (8477).