NEW DELHI: Tragedy struck the celebration of the Kansas City Chiefs‘ Super Bowl victory as gunfire erupted at the victory rally on Wednesday, leaving multiple people injured, according to local police reports.
The incident occurred near Union Station, where Chiefs players had addressed jubilant fans just moments before the chaos unfolded. Kansas City Police took to X (formerly Twitter) to provide updates, confirming that “multiple people” had been struck by gunfire.In a series of tweets, the police urged anyone in the vicinity to vacate the area promptly, emphasizing the need to facilitate the treatment of those injured in the shooting. The exact number and severity of injuries have not been disclosed at this time.
In a concerning development, the police also revealed that “two armed people” had been taken into custody in connection with the incident. The motive behind the shooting and the identities of the suspects remain under investigation.
The incident occurred near Union Station, where Chiefs players had addressed jubilant fans just moments before the chaos unfolded. Kansas City Police took to X (formerly Twitter) to provide updates, confirming that “multiple people” had been struck by gunfire.In a series of tweets, the police urged anyone in the vicinity to vacate the area promptly, emphasizing the need to facilitate the treatment of those injured in the shooting. The exact number and severity of injuries have not been disclosed at this time.
In a concerning development, the police also revealed that “two armed people” had been taken into custody in connection with the incident. The motive behind the shooting and the identities of the suspects remain under investigation.
The celebratory mood, which initially marked the Kansas City Chiefs’ victory parade, took a somber turn as emergency responders rushed to attend to the victims. Authorities are coordinating efforts to gather information and ensure the safety of the public.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by law enforcement in ensuring public safety during large-scale events, prompting a reassessment of security measures at such gatherings in the future.
(Inputs from AFP)
