Two people have been arrested after allegedly driving a stolen vehicle at officers in the Geelong area this afternoon.
The Police Air Wing spotted the stolen Kia Optima near the intersection of Princes Highway and Roebuck Street in Newtown (Geelong) about 3.40pm.
Officers attempted to intercept the vehicle before it allegedly reversed into a bus in an attempt to flee.
The Kia is alleged to have driven at officers, who have discharged their firearm, before it collided with another vehicle.
The two occupants of the Kia, a man and woman from New South Wales, fled on foot but were arrested nearby.
A 37-year-old man was transported to hospital under police guard with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the arm.
A 37-year-old woman was transported to hospital under police guard with minor injuries.
The female driver of the civilian vehicle was transported to hospital with minor injuries.
Armed Crime Squad detectives will investigate the incident with Professional Standards Command oversight, as is standard practice when a police firearm is discharged.
It is alleged the vehicle was stolen in New South Wales.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
