ST. LOUIS – A 17-year-old is listed in critical condition at the hospital after being shot late Saturday evening.

The shooting happened just before 10 p.m. in the 800 block of Bates Street in the Soulard neighborhood.

According to a spokesperson with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, officers arrived at the property and found a 17-year-old boy who’d been shot in the chest. Police provided first aid to the victim until EMS arrived.

Police said a large party was taking place at a short-term rental property. Several shell casings were discovered both inside and outside.

Officers spoke with some juveniles who were still at the scene, but most were uncooperative, police said.

Anyone with information on the shooting is asked to contact police at 314-444-2500. Anonymous tipsters who wish to remain anonymous or are interested in a cash reward can call CrimeStoppers at 866-371-8477.