8 injured in shooting near Chiefs Super Bowl rally at Union Station: sources
14 February 2024
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — Governor Laura Kelly and U.S. Senator Roger Marshall both say they are safe after shots were fired at the end of the Kansas City Chiefs victory parade and rally.
Kelly said she was taken to a safer location. Marshall said he and his team made it safely to shelter.
At least eight people were injured in the shooting. Click here to get the latest information.
Kelly posted about the shooting on her Facebook page:
At the end of the Chiefs rally, shots were fired near Union Station. I have been evacuated and am out of harm’s way. I encourage everyone to follow instructions and updates from the Kansas City, MO Police Department on Twitter at @kcpolice. Please stay safe.”
Governor Laura Kelly
Marshall said he is angered by what happened during such a joyous event.
Today, I joined thousands of Chiefs fans who came together to celebrate a great season and honor the Super Bowl victory which has brought so much joy to our state. I am devastated and angered by the senseless act of violence that turned a day of celebration for our community into a complete tragedy.
During this chaos, our team thankfully made it to shelter safely. My heart breaks for those who were a victim of this needless violence. I am praying for everyone and the entire KC community.
God bless the local law enforcement and first responders who quickly rushed to the scene and responded to this situation.”
U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall
U.S. Senator Jerry Moran posted this message on social media: “Praying for all those involved. Thank you to our brave law enforcement and first responders for acting quickly. Please be safe as you leave the area.”
U.S. Representative Jake LaTurner had this message: “I’m praying for the victims of this horrific act of violence, and it’s my hope that the individuals responsible are prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law and brought to justice. There is absolutely no place in our society for this kind of evil hatred. I’m grateful for the KCPD officers and first responders who put their lives on the line to protect their fellow Americans.”