Police are investigating after a non-fatal shooting in Jacana on Tuesday, 7 May.
Officers were initially called to reports of an injured man on the M80 Ring Road near Pascoe Vale Road about 12.10pm.
Responding officers were unable to locate the injured man.
Police were then notified that a man had presented to a hospital in Parkville with suspected gunshot wounds.
The 50-year-old Truganina man is being treated for life threatening injuries.
Investigations into the incident remain ongoing but at this time it is believed to be a targeted attack.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has CCTV, dashcam footage or any other information that can assist police with their enquiries is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au