NFL Community Sends Support To Victims At Chiefs Rally Shooting; KC Player Delivers Honest Thoughts
A devastating shooting at the Chiefs' Super Bowl celebration shocked Kansas City and the NFL community. The shooting near Union Station resulted in one fatality, and more than 20 victims suffering injuries.
DETAILS: KANSAS CITY SHOOTING BREAKS OUT NEAR UNION STATION
In the aftermath, bystanders lamented how quickly the Super Bowl rally derailed from a celebration to a tragedy.
The NFL collective reached out with statements of support for the people of Kansas City on Wednesday, mourning the nightmarish scene.
Tragic Shooting Ignites Wave of Support From NFL
Support poured out for the victims of the Union Station shooting, which occurred after the Chiefs' Super Bowl rally — hosting thousands of fans. The NFL, teams and players around the league shared their support, and some commentary, regarding the shooting.
Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce reacted to the shooting on social media.
"Praying for Kansas City," Mahomes posted.
Kelce added, "I am heartbroken over the tragedy that took place today. My heart is with all who came out to celebrate with us and have been affected. KC, you mean the world to me."
The NFL issued a statement on the shooting:
"We are deeply saddened by the senseless shooting that occurred today near the end of the rally in Kansas City for the Chiefs. Our thoughts are with the victims and everyone affected. We are grateful for the quick and thorough response of law enforcement and emergency personnel."
NFL teams also rallied around the people of Kansas City, with many organizations relaying their own statements on social media.
Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu had the most pointed view of the event, criticizing gun laws in America based on Wednesday's shooting.
"Prayers for those affected at today’s parade," Omenihu posted on X. "A time of celebration ends in tragedy. When are we going to fix these gun laws? How many more people have to die to say enough is enough ? It’s too easy for the wrong people to obtain guns in America and that’s a FACT."
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KPD released a statement late Wednesday:
"On behalf of the men and women of the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department, I would like to send our thoughts and prayers to victims injured in today's parade shooting and their families.
"The Kansas City, Kansas Police Department is here to assist the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department in any way possible as they deal with this tragedy. This tragedy has touched everyone in the metropolitan area."
The Kansas Police Department detained three people suspected of orchestrating the attack on innocent lives. The department did not identify a motive.
Additional details relayed that 12 total patients were sent to Children's Mercy Hospital for medical attention. Eight children suffered wounds but all are expected to make full recoveries.
In various ways, the NFL offered its support during a time of mourning.
NFL and More Mourn Kansas City Shooting
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