Four people were killed and 14 others wounded when gunfire erupted outside a Chicago nightclub Wednesday night, CBS Chicago reported, citing authorities.
Police said a drive-by shooting occurred around 11 p.m. outside the Artis Restaurant and Lounge nightclub on the 300 block of West Chicago Avenue in the Near North Side neighborhood of the Windy City.
Revelers were leaving the “high-end dining and nightlife destination” after an album release party for Chicago-based rapper Mello Buckzz.
Chicago police investigate the shooting on July 3, 2025. AP
A car is parked inside police tape in Chicago, Illinois, after the shooting. APThe rapper advertised that the event was being held at a “private location,” which started at 7 p.m. local time.
Two men, ages 24 and 25, and two women were killed in the shooting, according to the outlet.
Victims’ ages ranged from 21 to 32.
Four other victims were hospitalized and listed in either critical or serious condition.
No arrests were made, but police believe there are multiple gunmen on the run, ABC Chicago reported, citing sources.
A bloodied shoe sits on the sidewalk outside the nightclub. Kyle Mazza
Chicago fire officials clean the sidewalk and streets after the shooting. Kyle Mazza
Clothing and other personal items are piled up on the side of the street on July 3, 2025. Kyle MazzaWith Post wires
