Police in Belfast currently remain at the scene of a shooting incident in Rodney Drive.
A man in his 30s was taken to hospital with gunshot injuries and has since been pronounced dead.
Detectives have launched a murder investigation.
The Police Service of Northern Ireland are asking anyone with any information about this incident, to call on the non-emergency number 101 quoting reference number 1466 18/12/21.
A spokesperson said: "There are no further details to share at this time."
Speaking this evening, PBP West Belfast MLA Gerry Carroll said: "It is horrific that another shooting has taken place in West Belfast this evening. I have been on the ground speaking with residents in the St. James area and they are disgusted and outraged that a gun has been used once again in our community.
"There is absolutely no justification for these heinous acts. My thoughts tonight are with the victim, their family, and everyone impacted by this barbaric and tragic incident."
SDLP West Belfast representative Paul Doherty condemned the shooting.
Mr. Doherty said: "“This incident has been deeply shocking and distressing to the St James' community. There is no place in our society for violence. Of course, the thoughts of the whole community will first and foremost be with the victim this evening after this heinous attack.
“I would encourage anyone with information to come forward and assist the PSNI with their enquiries.”
