NEWARK, Calif. -- Newark police are trying to identify four people who allegedly carjacked and robbed two victims Tuesday evening.

The robbery was reported at about 7:25 p.m. in the 6300 block of Montcalm Avenue when the four men, one of whom was armed with a handgun, confronted three victims, police said.

The suspects demanded and received various belongings from two of the victims, while the third victim, a 17-year-old boy, escaped by running away, police said.

The suspects fled in two vehicles, including one that belonged to one of the victims, police said.

The first two victims, a 17-year-old boy and 19-year-old man, were assaulted and injured during the robbery, police said. Their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Anyone with information on the incident is encouraged to contact Detective Chomnan Loth at (510) 477-1706. Information can also be left anonymously on the "Silent Witness" hotline at (510) 578-4000, ext. 500.