CHICAGO (CBS) -- Tragedy struck in Chicago's Back of the Yards neighborhood on Saturday evening, as one child lost their life and ten others, including three children, were injured in a shooting incident.
The shooting took place at approximately 9:20 p.m. near the intersection of West 52nd Street and South Damen Avenue, according to the Chicago police. The victims were gathered for a family event when the shooting occurred.
Upon receiving a ShotSpotter alert indicating 18 rounds fired, officers arrived at the scene and discovered multiple individuals with gunshot wounds. Chicago Police Area One Deputy Chief Don Jerome mentioned that officers immediately initiated life-saving measures, such as applying tourniquets and chest seals.
An 8-year-old girl was tragically shot in the head and succumbed to her injuries, as confirmed by the police. Her identity has not been disclosed at this time.
A 1-year-old boy and an 8-year-old boy sustained multiple gunshot wounds and were listed in critical condition on Saturday night. Additionally, a 9-year-old boy suffered a graze wound to his left pinky finger and was reported to be in good condition. The adult victims' ages ranged from 19 to 40 years old.
According to the police, a witness observed a black sedan pull up to the scene, with an individual inside firing multiple shots before fleeing the area.
"This was not a random act of violence. It was likely gang-related," Jerome said. "The offenders' actions, make no mistake, are horrific and unacceptable in our city."
A source said the children were playing outside when the shooting happened. Some adults were inside or on the porch at the time.
Street pastor Donovan Price said the impact on the families has been devastating.
"I think a part of Chicago has died. Part of Chicago, like the mothers when I first got here, the families when I first got here tonight, should be screaming, should be running, should be crying. We all should," he said.
Some witnesses described two shooters on foot, police said.
No one was in custody Sunday morning. Area One detectives were investigating.
