Gwinnett police are investigating a shooting that wounded a man and woman Friday night.

The victims were shot in the legs and transported to Gwinnett Medical Center, according to a news release from Gwinnett County police. The identities and conditions of the victims were not available.

Police said an officer was conducting a traffic stop in the area of the Gwinnett Square Apartments when gunshots rang out.

The officer encountered the two victims sitting in a vehicle at the nearby Century Park Apartments, authorities said.

The investigation into the shooting is ongoing.

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Helen Gilbert places flowers on her brother Eurie Martin’s grave at Camp Spring Baptist Church in Sandersville. Her brother died eight years ago. Three former Washington County deputies are accused of causing his death and are set to stand trial Monday. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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