at least One person Multiple people, including a toddler and a teenager, were killed and injured in a shooting near Union Station in Kansas City, Missouri, after the Chiefs game. super ball Wednesday's victory parade, officials said. Three people were taken into custody, but authorities have not yet revealed who was behind the shooting or what led to the fatal shooting.
Kansas City Police Chief Stacey Graves announced Wednesday that at least 21 people were injured in the shooting. Kansas City Fire Department Chief Ross Grandison said eight people suffered “immediately” life-threatening injuries, seven with life-threatening injuries and six with minor injuries.
No one had been charged in the shooting as of early Thursday morning.
Officials at Children's Mercy Hospital said 11 children between the ages of 6 and 15 were being treated at the hospital, nine of whom had gunshot wounds. None are in serious condition and all are expected to recover.
Graves said at a news conference that the shooting occurred west of Union Station. Officials said all Chiefs players, coaches and staff were searched.
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Three people were taken into custody immediately after the shooting, Graves said. Graves announced earlier Wednesday that one suspect was arrested after being pursued by police shortly after the shooting. At least one firearm was recovered, Graves said.
Graves said she was aware of reports that bystanders helped subdue at least one of the people detained, but could not confirm the reports.
Graves said police continue to investigate the motive for the shooting. Law enforcement officials told CBS News that the shooting may have been the result of an altercation or argument that turned violent, and at this time it does not initially appear to be the result of terrorism or extremism. However, the source said nothing has been ruled out yet.
The person killed has not been officially identified, but local radio station KKFI announced on Facebook that the victim was Lisa Lopez, one of the station's DJs.
“It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that we announce today that KKFI DJ and Taste of Tejano host Lisa Lopez lost her life in a shooting at a KC Chiefs rally.'' I would like to share my thoughts with the community.” “Our hearts and prayers are with her family.”
“This foolish act robbed her family and this KC community of a beautiful person,” KKFI added.
The victims were taken to three area hospitals, officials said. St. Luke's Hospital told CBS News it was treating one gunshot patient in critical condition. University Health Hospitals in Kansas City said it was treating eight gunshot victims, two of whom were in critical condition. The hospital said it was also treating four other injured people who were not struck by gunfire.
“I'm angry about what happened today,” Graves said at a news conference. “Those who come to this celebration should expect a safe environment.”
kansas city mayor quinton lucas He said he heard gunshots and ran to safety. He thanked law enforcement officers for their quick response and “running toward danger.” He said more than 800 police officers were deployed for the parade.
“My heart is broken,” Lucas said at a news conference. “I would like to see people in our country not have to worry about getting shot at every big event.”
Images and videos shared on social media showed people wearing Chiefs jerseys and hats fleeing Union Station as police and emergency personnel rushed to the scene. Other images showed several people receiving treatment and being carried away on stretchers.
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Graves said police have set up a special phone line for people to call with information about the shooting.
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson's office posted a statement on social media saying Parson and his wife were attending a parade at the time of the shooting. “They are safe and secure,” the statement said. “State law enforcement officers are assisting local governments with response efforts.”
“Our hearts go out to the victims as we await further clarification,” the statement added. “We would also like to thank the Missouri State Highway Patrol, KCPD and other first responders for their quick and professional actions.”
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly also posted on social media that she was at the parade but was “evacuated and is not in any danger.”
“Today, a day that should have been a celebration of the Chiefs' outstanding skill and success, has turned into a day of mourning,” Kelly said in a later statement. “This senseless act of violence goes against everything Kansas City and the Chiefs kingdom are about. It is a thing,” he said. To support. “
“We would like to thank the brave first responders who acted quickly to secure the scene at Union Station,” Kelly said. “Our thoughts go out to the families and loved ones of the victims.”
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President Biden said in a statement that the shooting “deeply traumatized the American soul” and renewed his call for Congress to enact stricter gun safety laws.
“The gun violence epidemic is tearing families and communities apart every day. Some make the news, some don't. But all of it is unacceptable,” Biden said. “We have to decide who we are as a country. To me, we have the right for people to go to school, go to church, walk down the street, and attend Super Bowl celebrations.” This is a country where people should have the right to be afraid of losing their lives to gun violence.”
“Jill and I pray for those killed and injured in Kansas City today, and that our country will find the resolve to end this senseless epidemic of gun violence that is tearing us apart,” the president said.
The NFL announced that all NFL Films and NFL Network staff covering the parade were safe and sound.
“We are deeply saddened by the senseless shooting incident that occurred today near the end of the Chiefs' rally in Kansas City,” the league said in a statement. “Our thoughts are with the victims and everyone affected. We appreciate the swift and thorough response of law enforcement and emergency personnel.”
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes wrote on social media He was “praying for Kansas City.”
travis kelsey I have written He said, “I am heartbroken by the tragedy that occurred today. My heart goes out to those who came to celebrate with me and to those affected. KC, you mean the world to me.'' ” he said.
— Pat Milton contributed reporting.
