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Man shot in the face in Richmond, B.C.

One person is in stable condition in hospital after being shot in the face during an altercation in Richmond, B.C., early Sunday morning.

Police say it appears two groups of men got into an argument in a parking lot near a local hotel and restaurant in the 10000 block of Cambie Street at about 1 a.m. PT.

A gun was pulled, and a 23-year-old Surrey man was shot in the face. The victim, whose name has not been released, was taken to a local hospital.

Investigators are interviewing witnesses in the hopes of identifying those involved.

Police say the victim does not appear to have any ties to gangs or drugs.