GASTON COUNTY, N.C. – Police are investigating after one person was shot near Eastridge Shopping Mall in Gastonia Wednesday.

Authorities have confirmed that one person was shot in the leg on New Hope Road, next to the mall, and transported to the hospital where their condition is unknown.

Police have not said if they have any suspects, but say road rage may have led to the shooting.

This is a developing story that will be updated as information comes in.