An investigation is underway after five people were shot in Boston's Franklin Park on Sunday night.
Police responded to reports of gunfire erupting among a crowd on Circuit Drive shortly before 9 p.m.
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According to Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox, the incident occurred on the outskirts of the Dominican Festival that took place on Sunday.
Five people -- three males and two females -- were taken to nearby hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries.
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Police have not identified any suspects but say they are reviewing footage from the area.
"We spared no expense, nor any law enforcement resources on this," Cox said in a press conference on Sunday night. "You can't come to our city and do these kinds of things and not expect to be held responsible."