Indiana Shooting: Incident at Hobart’s Burlington Coat Factory Sends One to Hospital, Police Investigating
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Hobart, IN – A shooting at the Burlington Coat Factory on East Lincoln Highway injured one person Thursday evening. Hobart Police responded to the scene at approximately 5:00 p.m. and discovered the injured individual. Emergency personnel transported the victim to a nearby hospital for treatment.
According to the Hobart Police Department, there is no active threat to the public. However, authorities asked residents to avoid the area while officers processed the scene.
Investigators are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Police have not released information about potential suspects or the victim’s condition.
The Burlington Coat Factory is located at 2020 East Lincoln Highway, a busy retail area in Hobart. Officers remained at the scene Thursday evening, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
This incident marks the latest case of gun violence in the region, underscoring concerns about public safety. Hobart Police urge anyone with information about the shooting to contact them immediately.
This is an active investigation, and updates will follow as more details emerge.
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