Blaine police say they are trying to track down two shoplifters who sprayed a chemical irritant at employees of the Burlington Coat Factory at Northtown Mall in Blaine on Friday.

Video of the incident shows the two shoplifters attempting to leave the store with unpaid merchandise at approximately 9 p.m., according to police. When a store loss prevention officer and another employee tried to stop them at the doorway, one of the suspects sprayed what is believed to be Mace in their faces.

The loss prevention officer briefly left the store before returning and rubbing his eyes. The other employee fell backward to ground, also rubbing her eyes. Several employees were affected by the chemical, including one who was transported to a local hospital, police said.

On Wednesday, police said they had received a number of leads. The suspects are believed to be juveniles, Blaine police said.

Police are asking anyone with information to call them at 763-427-1212.