A man has been shot by police following an incident in Narre Warren this afternoon.
Police were called to a restaurant on Lauderdale Road following reports of people causing trouble about 2.45pm.
Officers were confronted with an agitated man wielding an edged weapon who charged at them.
A police firearm was discharged and the man was struck to the lower body.
He received a non-life threatening injury and was conveyed to hospital.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
As per standard protocol following a police shooting, detectives from the Armed Crime Squad will investigate the incident with oversight from Professional Standards Command.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or with any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log into www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
