The Kansas City Chiefs issued a statement following the fatal shooting that turned Wednesday’s Super Bowl parade into a tragedy.
At least one person has died and 22 others have been injured after two gunmen opened fire shortly after 3:30 p.m.
“We are truly saddened by the senseless act of violence that occurred outside Union Station at the conclusion of today’s parade and rally,” a statement from the Chiefs read.
‘Our hearts go out to the victims, their families and all of Kansas City. We are in close communication with the mayor’s office and the Kansas City Police Department.’
The team also confirmed that all players, staff, coaches and their families “are safe and accounted for.”
The Chiefs issued a statement following the fatal shooting at their Super Bowl parade.
People flee after shots fired near Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl LVIII victory parade
Several people were seen being carried away on stretchers, and reports indicate that up to 15 people may have been injured in the chaotic scenes.
“We are grateful to local law enforcement and first responders who were on scene to assist.”
The horrific shooting unfolded moments after the crew, including Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes, left the stage.
Terrifying footage captured the frantic aftermath of the shooting as terrified fans ran for their lives.
Groups of fans were seen heroically taking down a gunman and police said two gunmen were detained, although their identities remain unclear.
According to NFL insider Albert Breer, offensive linemen Trey Smith and Austin Reiter and backup quarterbacks Blaine Gabbert and Chris Oladukun helped try to calm the panicking children.
The shooting prompted a rapid evacuation of the area, which moments before was packed with parade-goers.
In particular, Smith “went to an upset kid, gave him the WWE belt and sat with him until he calmed down.”
Meanwhile, head coach Andy Reid was seen hugging a concerned high school student amid the chaos.
Police evacuated the train station as large crowds fled in panic after the shooting, and up to a million people were expected to have arrived in Kansas City for the parade.
Frantic scenes outside the station also included a man appearing to try to run from the crowd, before several men tackled him and pinned him to the ground.
Missouri is an open state and it is possible that numerous fans in the crowd also carried firearms.
