Two 18-year-olds killed in fiery drag racing crash in Chicago's West Pullman

CHICAGO - It was a fiery scene overnight in West Pullman when a vehicle became engulfed in flames. 

Police said officers were already dispatched to the area following reports of drag racing. The vehicle somehow lost control. Officers witnessed it hitting a wall before catching fire. 

Three people died including Jose Manuel Velazquez and Jonal Gutierrez. According to family, both were 18-years-old and graduates of East Aurora High school. 

The horrific crash happened at 100th and Halsted, just a block away from well-known funeral home Gatling’s Chapel. 

Marquita Gatling said the neighborhood is not known to see a lot of drag racing. 

Crews were seen assessing the damage. The scorched vehicle was left behind. F

Family members lit candles on top of roses remembering lives gone too soon. 

"He had a lot of dreams", said Cecilia Perez, sister of Jose Manuel Velazquez.

Chicago police said one person is being questioned in connection to this incident.