February 15, (THEWILL) – Tragedy struck the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl celebration on Wednesday when a burst of gunfire outside Union Station left one dead and at least nine injured. Police apprehended two armed suspects and continued investigating the violence which erupted as fans gathered to cheer the NFL champions.
Children’s Mercy Hospital has confirmed receiving patients, while local officials declared all Chiefs players and staff safe. Eyewitnesses described pandemonium as shots rang out near the 109-year-old landmark, sending crowds fleeing. Footage shows dozens of officers swarming the area with weapons drawn.
The incident occurred around noon, just after the parade and rally attended by team members and dignitaries like Missouri Governor Mike Parson. Union Station houses museums and an Amtrak terminal – a far cry from the bloody 1933 Kansas City Massacre at the same location.
While the Chiefs defeated San Francisco on Sunday, to claim their Super Bowl victory, winning tight end Travis Kelce missed the shocking attack, being abroad with girlfriend Taylor Swift. Officers confirmed two armed suspects were taken into custody pending an investigation into the motives and details surrounding America’s latest public shooting.
Doctors urge anyone believing their child was injured to contact Children’s Mercy Hospital. An outpouring of support on social media encourages prayers for victims’ recovery and thanks to first responders.
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