According to officials, the violence broke out shortly after an album release party for local rapper Mello Buckzz wrapped up.

Police say the gunfire came from a drive-by shooter who opened fire on the crowd as partygoers were leaving the venue.

“This was a targeted attack,” said a city official, who confirmed 19 people were shot in total, including the three who were killed.

Chris King, a spokesperson for Northwestern Medicine, confirmed that multiple victims from the shooting were being treated in the emergency department. However, he said he couldn’t share how many had been brought in or provide details on their conditions.

Chicago Police Officer Julio Garcia said more information would be shared with the public as it becomes available.

Same block, same tragedy

Tragically, this isn’t the first time blood has been spilled on that very block. According to CBS, a shooting also