Reports of a possible shooting in Toms River prompted a police response outside the Ocean County Mall on Wednesday night.

The incident was reported shortly after 8:30 p.m. near the Applebee’s restaurant.

Initial information indicated a teenage boy may have been shot, but police have not confirmed that detail.

Witnesses told News 12 the suspects appeared to escape in a car. Authorities have not released further information or confirmed injuries.

This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more details become available.