Man injured in Campbellfield shooting

Police are investigating following a shooting in Campbellfield this afternoon. 

Investigators were called to a shopping centre on Sydney Road after receiving reports a man had been shot just after 3.30pm. 

Police have been told a man armed with a firearm approached the victim in the car park before shooting him in the leg. 

The offender then fled in what is believed to be a red Holden Commodore and was seen heading towards the Dallas area. 

The victim received non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital by ambulance. 

No one else was injured in the incident. 

Police are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the shooting to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au