A man has reportedly been shot dead during a shooting at Bankstown Central Shopping Centre in Sydney.

A NSW ambulance spokesman said crews were called to the shopping centre on Stacey Street and Rickard Road in Bankstown just before midday on Friday.

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It was reported that the first man died on scene, while, a second man and a woman were taken to hospital with injuries.

The two others were treated by paramedics before being taken to hospital but their conditions are unknown.

A crime scene has been established and will be examine by detectives and forensic specialists.

The shopping centre car park has been closed as a precaution and drivers have been asked to avoid the area.

No arrests have yet been made.

More to come.

– with ABC