A Waimate St resident, who asked not to be named, said she had heard several bangs but had thought they were fireworks.
"I did hear a bit of an argument, but people do talk loudly."
She said the properties in the street are a mix of privately owned and state housing.
Other nearby residents have described an angry chase on Waimate St shortly before the shooting.
A man on a motocross motorcycle was chased by a running man followed by a Subaru car.
They sped south along the street, which has a speed bump, disappeared from view, only to return soon after.
"One guy was just swearing," said one of the residents.
Police asked members of the public to avoid the area if possible as they continue to investigate.
