Two individuals are facing murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting at the Kansas City Super Bowl victory parade last week.
The incident resulted in the death of a woman and injuries to 22 others.
The altercation leading to the shooting reportedly originated from an argument between the two accused men, Dominic Miller and Lyndell Mays.
Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker announced the charges, stating that both men are charged with second-degree murder, two counts of armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon.
According to Baker, Mays initiated the argument at the event, drew a handgun, and prompted others to do the same.
Prosecutors believe that Miller is the one who shot and killed Lisa Lopez Galvan during the incident.
The charged individuals, currently hospitalized for injuries sustained during the incident, are being held on a $1 million bond.
The family of the victim expressed gratitude for the arrests, acknowledging that while it won’t bring back their loved one, they appreciate the efforts of law enforcement.
The incident reportedly began with a verbal altercation between Mays and another group, with surveillance footage showing Mays approaching aggressively before drawing his weapon.
Mays hesitated to shoot initially, citing the presence of children, but opened fire after hearing a threat from the rival group.
Miller initially claimed he was trying to flee but later admitted to firing his gun, with one of the bullets striking Ms. Lopez Galvan.
Prosecutor Peters Baker clarified that these charges are separate from those against two teenagers charged with resisting arrest and gun violations in connection to the incident.
The investigation is ongoing, with the possibility of additional charges.
“We seek to hold every shooter accountable for their actions on that day – every single one,” Peters Baker emphasized, noting that the age range of the 22 wounded individuals in the incident ranged from eight to 47.
The shooting at the Super Bowl victory parade is one of several incidents at sports celebrations in the US in recent memory, with Peters Baker suggesting that more charges may follow as the investigation progresses.
Source-BBC
