A man in a wheelchair was shot on Thursday while trying to cross the road in what police believe was a targeted attack.

The 34-year-old was shot in the foot about 9:40 am near his home on Phillip Street, in Auburn, Sydney.

Heavily armed police are searching for the gunman, who reportedly fled in a car.

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A 34-year-old wheelchair-using man was shot in his foot while crossing the road in west Syndey

The man was taken to Westmead Hospital by the Paramedics

Paramedics rushed the 34-year-old Westmead Hospital.

The victim is in a stable condition and under police guard.

A neighbour told 9NEWS he heard three shots fired from what sounded like a 'small pistol' to him.

The entire Phillip Street was blocked by police for hours.

Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers.