Armed Crime Squad detectives are investigating after a man was found with a suspected gunshot wound following a crash in Roxburgh Park last night.
Emergency services were called to reports a white Toyota coupe had gone through a park fence and crashed into a tree near the corner of Donald Cameron Drive and Bridgewater Road about 7pm.
The driver was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Along with injuries believed to have been sustained from the crash, the driver had a suspected gunshot wound to the lower body.
The exact circumstances surrounding the matter are yet to be determined but police believe this is a targeted incident.
A crime scene has been established and the investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam footage or any other information that could assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
