Shots have reportedly been fired near a shopping centre in Pakenham, south-east of Melbourne.

Police have confirmed that a triple zero call was made and they are at the scene at Heritage Springs Shopping Centre.

There have also been multiple unconfirmed reports across social media of a man or group of men shooting in the area.

A spokeswoman from Victoria Police said officers were called to Livingston Boulevard about 6.10pm after reports that four men, one carrying a firearm, were arguing in the street.

She said the area was searched, no injuries were reported and police had closed Heritage Boulevard as a precaution.