Police arrested a 22-year-old suspect who allegedly shot a man, leaving him in hospital fighting for his life.

The two men got into an argument at a home on Mordon Court in Brampton, which escalated and ended with a shooting, authorities in Peel Region said.

The victim, 21, was hit in the stomach and remains in critical condition in a Toronto hospital. Homicide detectives are overseeing the investigation.

Kevin Phillips of Brampton is charged with aggravated assault and is scheduled to appear in court Tuesday for a bail hearing.

Investigators are asking anyone who has information on this case to contact them at (905) 453-2121 ext. 3200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.