Donna Kelce has revealed that the Chiefs were brought back to Arrowhead Stadium “very quickly” after a shooting occurred during the team's Super Bowl parade on Wednesday.
At least 22 people were shot and one was killed in shootings at Union Station shortly after 3:30 p.m.
And Donna, the mother of Chiefs star Travis Kelce, was among those brought back to the team's home stadium after violence broke out.
“Everyone that was on the team got us out of there really quickly,” she told the Kansas City Star.
Donna said she later returned to Union Station, but did not say why or for how long.
Donna Kelce was taken back to Arrowhead Stadium following a shooting Wednesday
Travis Kelce was enjoying the championship celebrations before tragedy struck
Meanwhile, Travis said he was “heartbroken” after his team's Super Bowl parade turned violent.
Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas confirmed that all Chiefs players and staff were safe following the shooting and would be held accountable.
“I am heartbroken over the tragedy that occurred today,” Travis said.
“My heart goes out to everyone who celebrated with us and was affected. 'KC, you mean the world to me.'
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.
People flee after shots were fired near the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl LVIII victory parade
The Chiefs also released their own statement saying, “We are truly saddened by the senseless act of violence that occurred outside Union Station at the end of today's parade and rally.”
“Our condolences go out to the victims, their families and all of Kansas City.” We are in close contact with the Mayor's Office and the Kansas City Police Department.
“We thank the local law enforcement officers and first responders who were on scene to assist.”
The NFL also said it was “deeply saddened” by the day's events, while the Ravens, Raiders, Titans, Rams and Jets were also among the teams to express their condolences.