Two courageous individuals took swift action during chaos at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory rally in the US on Thursday, as they tackled a gunman who had allegedly opened fire. A video capturing the moment has since gone viral on social media.
kc citizens tackling one of the shooters. brave people. pic.twitter.com/USLzF9rBbd
— gwyn (taylor’s version) | KC N1/ HAMBURG N2🐍 (@gwyn_kl) February 14, 2024
In the footage, two Kansas City Chiefs fans are seen lunging at one of the suspected gunmen, managing to wrestle him to the ground amidst a panicked crowd attempting to flee to safety. Police Chief Stacey Graves acknowledged reports of fans intervening in the pursuit and capture of at least one suspect, noting that investigators were examining video evidence of the incident.
Authorities confirmed three arrests in connection to the shooting, yet the motive and circumstances surrounding the attack remained under investigation. Fire Department Chief Ross Grundyson reported that at least 22 people were shot, with one fatality and 15 suffering life-threatening injuries.
Despite the swift and extensive law enforcement presence, including FBI and ATF agents, details regarding the shooting’s circumstances remained murky, with authorities still assessing the extent of casualties and the victims’ demographics.
Fortunately, all Kansas City Chiefs players, coaches, and staff present at the rally were reported safe, as stated by the NFL team. Missouri Governor Mike Parson and his wife, who were also in attendance during the shooting, emerged unharmed from the incident.
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