Video shows chaos after shots fired at Kansas City Chiefs celebration; 1 dead, 16 wounded.
Chaos erupted in Kansas City following a celebratory gathering for the Kansas City Chiefs, with reports of shots fired and multiple casualties. As Chiefs players expressed their determination to pursue a third consecutive Super Bowl title, the festivities were marred by violence.
The Kansas City Missouri Police Department issued a press release, indicating that between 10 and 15 individuals were wounded in the shooting, with one fatality confirmed. Law enforcement officials swiftly detained two armed suspects in connection with the incident.
The shooting occurred shortly after the conclusion of the Chiefs rally, with gunfire erupting west of Union Station. Authorities urged witnesses to come forward and provide information at the southwest corner of Pershing and Main.
As the situation continues to unfold, law enforcement agencies are working to ascertain the full extent of the tragedy and provide updates to the public. The incident underscores the need for vigilance and swift action to address gun violence and ensure public safety during large-scale events.
This is a developing story; further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Kansas City Missouri Police Department Press Release
UPDATE:
3:45 p.m.: We are still trying to determine the exact number of victims. There were between 10 and 15 people shot. One of them is deceased.
ORIGINAL:
At the conclusion of the Chiefs rally, shots were fired west of Union Station. We have detained two armed suspects. There are multiple victims. We ask anyone who witnessed the shooting to go to the southwest corner of Pershing and Main.
We will provide updates as more information becomes available.