Police have arrested a man following an attempted carjacking in Campbellfield this morning.
Emergency services were called to reports of an eight-vehicle collision at the intersection of Sydney Road and Bolinda Road about 7am.
Officers have been told one of the drivers, a 29-year-old man, was armed with an axe and attempted to steal another vehicle.
The vehicle struck the man before he was restrained by good Samaritans near Sunshine Street prior to police arrival.
The Altona North man was arrested and transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries under police guard.
There were no other injuries.
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has footage or any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
