Patrick Mahomes sends prayers after tragic shooting at Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade
A tragic incident occurred following the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade. Multiple gunshots were heard near Union Station, leaving 10 people injured and one dead, according to reports.
Prior to the incident, Patrick Mahomes delivered an excellent speech at the parade, in which he discussed going for the three-peat. A day that was supposed to be full of celebrations quickly turned horrific, and the Chiefs quarterback sent a message on social media after the incident.
Mahomes said:
"Praying for Kansas City…"
Thousands of Chiefs fans were in the streets of Kansas City to celebrate their second straight Super Bowl title, and such a tragedy is gut-wrenching.
Following the incident, two armed people were arrested.
Victims of shooting at Super Bowl parade in critical condition
According to Caitlin Knute of KSHB 41 News, one person died, three were critically injured, and five are in serious condition as a result of the shooting.
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As of now, no player, coach, or media personnel have been reported injured in this incident. Chiefs linebacker Drue Tranquill also posted a message on social media asking fans to pray for those who were hurt in the tragedy.