Patrick Mahomes & Chiefs players ask fans to ‘pray for Kansas City’ after 1 killed & at least 10 hurt in parade shooting
THE Kansas City Chiefs are sending their prayers to the victims of a shooting that occurred after the team’s Super Bowl victory parade.
At least one person was killed and another 10-15 were injured in the tragic shooting on Wednesday, according to police.
Several of the Chiefs’ star players left heartfelt messages for the victims after learning about the shooting.
“Praying for Kansas City…” Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes wrote on X.
“Please join me in prayer for all the victims in this heinous act,” linebacker Drue Tranquill posted.
“Pray that doctors & first responders would have steady hands & that all would experience full healing.”
“Praying for everyone today in Kansas City,” offensive tackle Donovan Smith said.
“Praying for everyone in Kansas City at the parade,” safety Justin Reed wrote.
Chiefs players reportedly stuck around to support fans during the chaos and comforted young attendees.
According to NFL reporter Albert Breer, Blaine Gabbert, Tre Smith, Austin Reiter, and Chris Oladukun all rallied to help their fans calm down after the hectic situation.
Smith was seen going up to a young fan and giving him the WWE belt that he wore before sitting down with him until he calmed down.
Another young fan recounted running away from the gunfire before running into the Chiefs head coach Andy Reid.
The fan said he was scared his friends could be dead and Reid hugged him in an attempt to comfort him.
Nearly one million people were present to watch the Chiefs’ Super Bowl parade when the shots were fired.
The Chiefs released this statement following the shooting:
“We are truly saddened by the senseless act of violence that occurred outside of Union Station at the conclusion of today’s parade and rally. Our hearts go out to the victims, their families, and all of Kansas City.
“We are in close communication with the Mayor’s office as well as the Kansas City Police Department. At this time, we have confirmed that all of our players, coaches, staff, and their families are safe and accounted for.
“We thank the local law enforcement officers and first responders who were on-scene to assist.”
Two suspects are in custody, police said.