Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a person who shot a man Wednesday night in Gowanus.

Investigators say the suspect approached the 27-year-old victim at Sackett Street and 3rd Avenue and started a conversation with him. He then pulled out a gun and shot him in the right leg.

The victim was hospitalized and is expected to recover, according to authorities.

Anyone with additional information is asked to call 1-800-577-TIPS.