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Tragedy strikes Kansas Chiefs' Super Bowl parade as shooting leaves multiple injured

Posted : 15 February 2024

A grave incident marred the celebrations in the United States following the Kansas Chiefs' Super Bowl victory, as a shooting occurred at the end of the championship parade, leaving at least 10 people injured and resulting in at least one fatality.

 

The tragic incident unfolded near the stage where the Chiefs players were concluding the parade, mere minutes after their triumph over San Francisco in the finals. According to NBC, two suspects were apprehended on suspicion of perpetrating the shooting.

 

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Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene as around 15-20 shots were fired, initially mistaken for fireworks, prompting panic and confusion among the crowd. One spectator suggested that the shooting took place within the train station, where footage revealed police entering with drawn guns. In a courageous response, several Kansas fans were captured on video tackling and subduing the alleged perpetrator.

 

With approximately 600 officers originally planned for the event, law enforcement urged a swift evacuation of the area to facilitate the treatment of shooting victims. Kansas Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes took to X, expressing prayers for Kansas amid the unsettling situation.

 

The team released a statement expressing sorrow over the violent act, assuring the safety of all players, coaches, staff, and their families. They extended gratitude to the security forces and responders who acted promptly in the aftermath of the incident.

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