Police investigate Essendon non-fatal shooting

Detectives from the Armed Crime Squad are investigating following a non-fatal shooting in Essendon last night.

Police were called to Nimmo Street in Essendon shortly before 7pm to reports a man had been shot.

It is believed a number of males pulled up in a car while the 48-year-old Essendon man was walking on Spencer Street, before firing a number of shots at him.

The victim fled to Nimmo Street and the car left the scene.

The 48-year-old Essendon man was conveyed to hospital to be treated for non-life threatening injuries.

Police believe the incident was targeted.

Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident remain ongoing.

Anyone with information or anyone who may have witnessed the incident is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report to www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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