Police are working to identify the person responsible after a man was shot in Stokes Valley on Sunday.
The incident happened at 2.25am on Hanson Grove.
"The victim is in a stable condition and is very lucky this incident was not more serious," said Detective Senior Sergeant Tim Leitch.
"He's been speaking with us but we still need more information."
Anyone who witnessed the incident, or anything suspicious earlier in the night, is urged to get in touch with Lower Hutt Police on 04 560 2600 or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.