A deadly shooting outside Artis Lounge in Chicago late Wednesday left three people dead and 16 others wounded. The violence broke out just before midnight after an album release party for local rapper Mello Buckzz.
Police say it was a **“targeted attack”** — a drive-by shooting where someone opened fire into the crowd from a passing vehicle. No arrests have been made, and authorities are asking for the public’s help.
**“Multiple victims were rushed to emergency care,”** said Northwestern Medicine. While their conditions remain unclear, the scale of the attack has shocked the city.
Police are also looking into whether the shooting is connected to gang activity or past incidents. In 2022, a separate shooting at the same location — then known as Hush Lounge — left one person dead and three injured, leading to the venue’s temporary shutdown.
The tragedy has reignited concerns about violence in Chicago’s nightlife. One resident posted, **“How many times do we have to revisit this same corner for the same reasons?”** As the investigation continues, officials and locals are demanding more action to ensure safety in entertainment areas.
