An Indian security guard working in a money exchange firm was shot three times in his right leg by two masked robbers in Manama, media reported.
He was admitted to a hospital, Gulf Daily news reported Sunday.
The area where the attack took place Saturday has been cordoned off as forensic experts have collected evidence from the crime scene.
Police confirmed that the shooting took place during an attempted robbery and said an investigation has been launched to catch the attackers.
The case has been referred to the public prosecution, said the CID director general.