The NFL has said it is “deeply saddened” by the shooting during the Chiefs' Super Bowl parade on Wednesday.
As Kansas City players, staff and fans celebrated the team's second straight championship, at least 29 people were shot and one killed at Union Station, according to Kansas City Police Chief Stacey Graves.
The NFL said: “We are deeply saddened by the senseless shooting that occurred near the end of the Chiefs' rally in Kansas City today.” Our thoughts are with the victims and everyone affected.
“We are grateful for the quick and thorough response from police and emergency personnel.”'
The Baltimore Ravens also expressed their condolences to the Chiefs after the Super Bowl champions' parade descended into tragedy, with Graves saying three suspects had been arrested.
The NFL says it is “deeply saddened” by Wednesday’s shooting
The Ravens sent the above statement to X following the shocking shooting in Kansas City
The Chiefs were in great spirits before their Super Bowl parade took a dire turn
The Raiders added that their thoughts were with the Chiefs following the shooting
“Our thoughts are with Chiefs Kingdom given the tragic events and shocking violence that occurred during today's parade in Kansas City,” the Ravens wrote in a statement posted on X.
“On a day designed to unite people in joy and celebrate love, we send our full support to every citizen of the region and every member of the Chiefs organization affected by this senseless tragedy.”
The Raiders saidThe Las Vegas Raiders' thoughts are with the Kansas City Chiefs and their fans as they watch the senseless violence at today's parade. We extend our deepest condolences to all those affected by this tragedy.”
And the Titans added“Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, the community and the Kansas City Chiefs,” ending the message with a blue heart.
The CommandersFalcons, Browns and Vikings repeated this feeling while the Jaguars, Aries And Texan also expressed their condolences.
The Jets added“We are saddened to learn of the senseless loss of life today following the Chiefs' championship parade.” “Our thoughts are with the victims, their families and the entire Kansas City community.”
People flee after shots were fired near the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl LVIII victory parade
Several people were seen being wheeled away on a stretcher. Reports suggest up to ten people may have been injured in the chaotic scenes
It is confirmed that all Chiefs players and staff are safe and accounted for.
The team's 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 accounted for.
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 says it is “deeply saddened” by the “senseless” shooting at the Chiefs' Super Bowl parade, as other teams send condolences to Kansas City after at least one person was killed