A knife fight at a shopping centre in Melbourne is being investigated by police.

Two groups fought in a car park at Broadmeadows Central in the city’s north at 7.20pm yesterday before continuing the clash inside.

The groups fled in a silver Honda and a white Mazda before police arrived.

The centre said on it was “distressing” for staff and customers and it has increased security.

“We do not tolerate criminal or antisocial behaviour in our centres and are committed to supporting Victoria Police in their investigation,” it said.