Person hospitalized after shooting at Burlington Coat Factory in NW Indiana, police say

HOBART, Ind. - One person is hospitalized after a shooting at a Burlington Coat Factory store in Northwest Indiana, authorities said.

Shooting at Burlington Coat Factory 

What we know:

The shooting occurred around 5 p.m. Friday at the Burlington store at 2020 E. Lincoln Highway in Hobart, Indiana.

Police reported that a gun was fired inside the store, and the suspect or suspects fled the scene in a vehicle before officers arrived.

One person was injured, though not by gunfire. They were taken to a nearby hospital, where their injuries were deemed non-life-threatening, police said.

Authorities assured there is no active threat in the area but advised the public to avoid the vicinity as the investigation continues.

No arrests have been made. 

This is a developing story and we'll bring more updates as they become available.