A man was shot and wounded Monday afternoon in Winnetka and police were searching for two suspects, a lieutenant said.

The shooting occurred in the 6900 block of Variel Avenue near Hart Street about 3:15 p.m., Los Angeles police Lt. Eric Eppolito said.

The unidentified victim was taken to a hospital and was listed in stable condition, Eppolito said.

Two men were being sought, he said, but suspect descriptions were not immediately released.

A motive for the attack was unknown.

Anyone with information was asked to call the LAPD’s Topanga Division at 818-756-4811. Tipsters can also call the LAPD’s 24-hour tipline at 877-527-3247, or by contacting Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS.

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