Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a man in Reservoir last night.
Emergency services responded to reports a man was shot on Mahoney's Road about 11.50pm on 27 October.
The yet-to-be formally identified man's death is being treated as suspicious, and a crime scene has been established.
Homicide Squad detectives are on scene.
At this stage, police are investigating if the incident was targeted.
No arrests have been made at this stage and the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident remain ongoing.
A short time after the shooting, a vehicle was located burnt out nearby in Thomastown on Robinvale Avenue whereby the offenders left the scene of the fire in a white coloured vehicle, investigators are working to determine if this is linked to the shooting.
Traffic disruptions are expected in the area for some time.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, with CCTV/dashcam footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
