Police are investigating a shooting in Greenvale, Melbourne, after multiple shots were fired at a 28-year-old man outside a residential property on Tuesday evening.
The man escaped the incident without physical injuries, while the person responsible fled the area.
The shooting occurred on Galileo Place at approximately 5:50 p.m., according to police.
What Happened in Greenvale?
Victoria Police said multiple shots were fired at the man from a vehicle outside a residence.
Investigators were told the 28-year-old was getting out of his vehicle when the shooting occurred.
The man was not physically injured in the attack.
Police are treating the incident as targeted, although the circumstances behind the shooting and the reason the man was targeted have not been publicly established.
Gunman Flees After Shooting
The offender left the area following the shooting.
Police are now working to identify the person responsible and establish the circumstances leading up to the incident.
Security and other available footage could be important to the investigation, particularly footage from nearby homes and vehicles travelling through the area around the time of the shooting.
Nearby Home Also Reportedly Struck
Reports following the incident said that a neighbouring home was struck by one of the bullets.
No injuries have been reported in connection with the reported damage.
Residents in the area were urged to remain alert while police investigated the circumstances surrounding the gunfire.
Police Investigating Targeted Attack
Victoria Police said the shooting is being treated as a targeted incident.
That classification does not, by itself, establish why the victim was targeted or whether the incident is connected to any wider criminal activity.
Investigators are continuing to gather evidence and determine who was responsible.
No arrest had been confirmed in the latest police information available for this incident.
Man Escapes Injury
The 28-year-old man was fortunate to escape without physical injury despite multiple shots being fired in his direction.
Police have not publicly identified the man.
His identity, occupation and personal circumstances have not been released, and no speculation about his background or possible motive should be treated as established fact.
Police Appeal for Information
Investigators are asking anyone who witnessed the shooting or has relevant CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward.
People with information can provide it to Crime Stoppers or police as the investigation continues.
Investigators are particularly interested in information that could help identify the vehicle involved and the person who fired the shots.
Greenvale Shooting Today: Details at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Galileo Place, Greenvale, Melbourne |
| State | Victoria |
| Incident | Firearms/shooting incident |
| Date | September 22, 2026 |
| Approximate time | 5:50 p.m. |
| Victim | 28-year-old man |
| Injuries | No physical injuries reported |
| Shots fired | Multiple |
| Suspect | Not identified |
| Vehicle | Vehicle involved; further details under investigation |
| Police assessment | Treated as targeted |
| Arrest | None confirmed in latest information |
| Nearby property | Reportedly struck by gunfire |
| Investigation | Ongoing |
Greenvale Community Awaits Further Information
The shooting has prompted a police investigation in the Greenvale residential area as detectives work to establish exactly what happened.
Although the intended target was not physically injured, the use of a firearm in a residential street has raised concern among local residents.
Police are continuing to examine available evidence and appeal for witnesses who may have seen the vehicle or captured relevant footage.
Further details are expected as the investigation develops.
Disclaimer
This article is based on publicly available information concerning the Greenvale firearms incident reported on September 22, 2026. The identity of the victim and offender, motive, full circumstances, weapon details and any potential connection to other incidents have not been independently established beyond information released by authorities. Details may change as the investigation continues. This article is provided for general informational purposes.