A suspect was critically injured when police say he tried to rob someone outside an east Birmingham restaurant.

The shooting happened shortly after 9:30 p.m. in the 7700 block of First Avenue North.

The scene was outside Boston Fish Wings & Things.

Sgt. LaQuitta Wade said two males tried to rob a man. The robbery victim fired shots, striking at least one of the suspects.

The suspect was taken to UAB Hospital with life-threatening injuries. Wade said though he is critical, he is stable.

Police radio communications said the male was shot in the face, but officers have not confirmed that information.

The shooter left the scene but called 911 and police are in contact with him.

The second suspect had not been located as of 11 p.m. One caller reported to police they saw a male with blood on him walking in the area.

Several witnesses were being questioned.

This story will be updated as more information is released.