During a rally celebrating the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl victory, a shooting incident occurred, resulting in over 20 injuries and at least one fatality, believed to be linked to a personal dispute. The gunfire broke out around 2 p.m. outside Union Station, a historic depot, with nearly 1 million people estimated to be in downtown Kansas City at the time. The chaos sent scores of attendees running for cover, resulting in multiple injuries, including children caught in the frenzy.
Police detained three individuals, including two juveniles, at the rally and recovered several firearms. The identities of those in custody have not been disclosed. Interim Fire Chief Ross Grundyson reported that immediately after the shooting, eight people had life-threatening injuries, seven were critically injured, and six were hospitalized with minor injuries. Children's Mercy Kansas City received 11 injured children, some of whom sustained gunshot wounds but are expected to recover.
Among the victims was Lisa Lopez-Galvan, known as "Lisa G," a mother of two and a beloved host of "Taste of Tejano." The radio station KKFI confirmed her death, condemning the senseless act that took her life and mourning her loss within the Kansas City community.
The shooting occurred as more than 800 law enforcement officers were providing security for the parade route. The incident took place near the end of the event, after hundreds of thousands of fans paraded through downtown to Union Station, where a rally was held on the outside lawn, featuring speeches by players and coaches.
Videos from the scene captured the panic and showed individuals ducking and running for cover as gunfire erupted. In one video, two people were seen tackling and restraining a suspect until police arrived. Authorities are working to confirm whether the detained individuals were involved in the shooting.
University Health, a hospital in Kansas City, announced that two individuals with gunshot wounds remain in critical condition. The hospital has treated a total of eight gunshot victims, with five discharged and one in stable condition. Additionally, four individuals with non-gunshot injuries were treated, and three have been sent home.
To aid in the investigation, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, in collaboration with the Kansas City police, has established a webpage where people can submit videos related to the shooting, particularly those showing the events or suspects fleeing the scene.
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