SHAWNEE COUNTY— Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting that sent two men to the hospital.

Just after noon Tuesday, police responded to a residence in the 2000 block of south Kansas Avenue in Topeka on a report of a shooting, according to Police Lt. Jennifer Cross.

Two victims were transported to a local hospital and listed in critical condition, according to Cross. At least one victim was suffering from injuries believed to be life threatening.

Witnesses described a black male wearing a brown jacket leaving the area to the north just after gunshots were heard.

Anyone with information regarding this crime is encouraged to contact the Topeka Police Criminal Investigation Bureau at 785-368-9400 or Crime Stoppers at 785-234-0007.