Chicago, IL – A tragic mass shooting in Chicago’s Gage Park neighborhood on Monday afternoon claimed the lives of three men and left five others injured.

The incident unfolded at a residence located in the 3500 block of West 59th Street, shortly after 2 p.m., during what police described as a social gathering.

Chicago Police Department (CPD) officials stated that a gathering of approximately 20 people was taking place inside the home when shots rang out.

All eight victims, ranging in age from 20 to 35 years old, were Hispanic and sustained gunshot wounds.

Fatalities

• Victim #1:
  • Adult male
  • Sustained gunshot wounds to the head, chest, right thigh, and right wrist
  • Transported to Christ Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased
• Victim #2:
  • 26-year-old male
  • Suffered multiple gunshot wounds to the body
  • Pronounced deceased at the scene
• Victim #3:
  • Adult male
  • Sustained multiple gunshot wounds to the body
  • Pronounced deceased at the scene

Injuries

• Victim #4:
  • 25-year-old male
  • Suffered a gunshot wound to his left thigh
  • Transported to Mt. Sinai Hospital and listed in good condition
• Victim #5:
  • 27-year-old female
  • Suffered a gunshot wound to the head
  • Transported to Mt. Sinai Hospital in critical condition
• Victim #6:
  • 31-year-old male
  • Suffered a gunshot wound to the abdomen
  • Self-transported to UI Health Hospital in good condition
• Victim #7:
  • 21-year-old female
  • Suffered a gunshot wound to the groin
  • Self-transported to UI Health Hospital in good condition
• Victim #8:
  • 24-year-old female
  • Suffered multiple gunshot wounds: two to her shoulder, and one each to her right hip, right thigh, left hip, and left thigh
  • Transported to The University of Chicago Medical Center in serious condition

Crime scene tape cordoned off the residence as CPD detectives worked to gather evidence.

The back of the property showed signs of potential gang-related activity, with fencing and trash bins marked by fresh graffiti. Additionally, the home’s garage door was off track and open.

According to CPD Chief of Patrol Jon Hein, there have been prior police calls to the residence, though the nature of these calls was not specified.

“It’s too early to determine a motive,” Hein said, emphasizing that investigators are pursuing all leads.

The shooting occurred at a time when students from three nearby schools were being dismissed for the day, raising concerns about safety in the community.

Neighbors reported hearing loud music and witnessing a lively party before the violence erupted.

No suspects are currently in custody. The CPD is urging anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward by contacting the department or submitting an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers.

This incident adds to Chicago’s ongoing battle against gun violence. Authorities continue to process the scene and interview witnesses. Further updates will be released as new information becomes available.

If you have any information, please contact the Chicago Police Department at (312) 747-8274 or submit a tip anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 1-800-535-STOP.