Chiefs star Travis Kelce said he was “heartbroken” after his team’s Super Bowl parade turned violent. At least 29 people were injured and one died in a shooting in Kansas City.
The shooting occurred shortly after 3:30 p.m. at Union Station, and Kansas City Police Chief Stacey Graves later said three suspects had been arrested.
“I am heartbroken by the tragedy that occurred today,” Kelce said.
“My heart goes out to everyone who celebrated with us and was affected. 'KC, you mean the world to me.'
Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas confirmed during a news conference that all Chiefs players and staff were safe and would be held accountable following the shooting.
Travis Kelce said he was “heartbroken” over Wednesday’s events
Fans are receiving medical attention after shots were fired in Kansas City on Wednesday
Chiefs Vice President of Content and Production Robert G. Alberino Jr. also confirmed that the organization's production team, game day cheer team, flag team and mascots were taken into account.
The shooting occurred seconds after the team — including Kelce and Patrick Mahomes — left the stage.
Super Bowl MVP Mahomes shared a message on social media about an hour after the shooting, after the Chiefs were believed to have been escorted to Arrowhead Stadium.
“I’m praying for Kansas City…” the quarterback posted on X.
Kelce enjoyed the championship celebration the day before the tragedy
People flee after shots were fired near the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl LVIII victory parade
Mahomes shared a message on social media about an hour after the shooting
Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes and the rest of the Chiefs celebrated before the shootout
Chiefs linebacker Drue Tranquill also urged fans to pray with him in a message shared on social media.
Please join me in praying for all the victims of this heinous act,” the Chiefs player wrote.
“Pray that doctors and first responders will have steady hands and that everyone will receive a complete healing.”
Team buses left the scene about half an hour after the incident and returned to Arrowhead Stadium.