Several people were killed in a shooting outside Columbus, Ohio.

As reported by the New York Times, the incident occurred in West Jefferson, Ohio about 20 miles west of the state's capital.

The authorities told The Columbus Dispatch that they found the victims’ bodies inside and outside a duplex residence on the 100 block of Jackson Street.

A local Television WSYVX reported that three bodies were found outside the apartment and more bodies were found outside the home.

The authorities told The Columbus Dispatch that they found the victims’ bodies inside and outside a duplex residence on the 100 block of Jackson Street.

Officials did not immediately provide details on the total number of victims, their names, or information on any possible suspects.