BREAKING NEWS: Nine children were shot during Kansas City Super Bowl parade - that left one person dead and up to 22 injured (Video)
Terrifying footage has emerged showing Kansas City fans fleeing after rapid gunfire erupted during the Chiefs Super Bowl Parade, with officials now confirming that 22 people have been injured, nine of them believed to be children.
Two gunmen opened fire inside Union Station moments after the team, including Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes, left the stage on what should have been a triumphant day for the city following the Chiefs' victory on Sunday.
New video has since emerged, capturing what sounds like rapid gunfire at the parade.
Other footage shows the moment a suspect is tackled by Chiefs fans, with one woman seen picking up what appears to be an assault rifle.
The group subdued the alleged gunman and shouted, 'we got the gun.' They held the suspect down until police arrived to detain him.
TMZ reported that 11 children were taken to the hospital, nine with gunshot wounds. Police have since confirmed that they have detained three people. In a press conference within the last hour, Police Chief Stacey Graves said, 'We are working to determine if one of the three is the person seen in that video, where fans assisted the police.'
Graves also mentioned that firearms were recovered following the shooting, stating, 'We have recovered firearms. I don't have a number or caliber for you.'
No charges have been announced, and police said no motive has been determined. The individuals in custody are being referred to as detained.
Kansas City Fire Chief Ross Grundyson stated that eight victims had immediately life-threatening injuries.
Police evacuated the train station as huge crowds fled in panic after the shots rang out, with up to one million people expected to have descended on Kansas City for the parade.
Fans were seen scrambling from the scene, with several people being wheeled away on stretchers.
A different man in a red hoodie was also pictured being arrested, although it is unclear if he was one of those involved in the shooting.
Graves said at a press conference around two hours after the shooting that officers sprang into action and quickly apprehended the gunmen. 'Officers ran towards danger, and we thank them for that,' she said.
'I'm angry at what happened today. People should expect a safe environment,' Graves continued, noting that over 800 law enforcement officers were stationed at the parade.
Police said they were releasing all those inside Union Station around 15 minutes after the shooting unfolded but ordered crowds to remain away from the area.
Around an hour after the shooting, people inside the nearby Westin Hotel were ordered to take shelter as police raced toward the hotel.
The incident occurred moments after superstars, including quarterback Mahomes, greeted fans following the team's historic 25-22 overtime victory over the San Francisco 49ers.
The team was on buses returning to Arrowhead Stadium when the shooting started.
A heartbroken Mahomes later took to social media to offer his condolences. 'Praying for Kansas City,' he wrote.
The White House said in a statement: 'The President has been briefed on the shooting in Kansas City and will continue to receive updates. White House officials have been in touch with state and local leaders, and federal law enforcement is on the scene supporting local law enforcement.'
The Chiefs said in a statement: 'We are truly saddened by the senseless act of violence that occurred outside of Union Station at the conclusion of today's parade and rally. Our hearts go out to the victims, their families, and all of Kansas City. At this time, we have confirmed that all of our players, coaches, staff, and their families are safe and accounted for. We thank the local law enforcement officers and first responders who were on the scene to assist.'
Chiefs trainer Rick Burkholder said he was with coach Andy Reid and other coaches and staff members at the time of the shooting. Burkholder said the team was on buses returning to Arrowhead Stadium.
The NFL issued its statement saying it was 'deeply saddened' and adding that its 'thoughts are with the victims and everyone affected.'
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