Trenton police are seeking the motive for a shooting that left four people hospitalized, including one man who is in critical condition.

The shooting in New Jersey's capital city occurred just before 5 p.m. Tuesday in the 200 block of Spring Street.

Authorities say the man in critical condition was shot multiple times, including once in the chest. The three other victims were being treated for gunshot wounds that were not considered life-threatening.

Further details on the shooting, including the victims' names and how many shooters may have been involved, were not disclosed.

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