HAZLE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— State police say several people in Hazle Township were struck by gunfire Friday afternoon.

Around 5:00 p.m., state police responded to a report of a shooting on East 23rd Street between State Route 940 and State Route 309 in Hazle Township.

Investigators arrived on the scene and say they determined several people were shot. The shooter fled the scene after the shooting.

The condition of those injured by gunfire is unknown at this time.

Troopers say this appears to be an isolated incident and the community is not at risk of any danger.

This is a developing story and Eyewitness News is on the scene and will keep you updated with the latest information as it becomes available.