14-02-2025
One year later: Remembering the Kansas City Chiefs rally tragedy
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — On February 14, 2024, a celebratory rally for the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl LVIII victory turned tragic when a mass shooting at Union Station resulted in one death and 22 injuries.
Friday marks one year since the tragedy sent shockwaves through the city, but in the wake of sorrow, Kansas Citians have shown resilience, unity, and a commitment to healing.
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The shooting stemmed from a dispute that escalated near Union Station, leading to the tragic events that unfolded
The victims ranged in age from 8 to 47, with at least half under the age of 16. Families have faced immense challenges in the aftermath, mourning the loss of loved ones and coping with injuries.
Elizabeth 'Lisa' Lopez-Galvan, 43, was killed in the shooting. She was a DJ and host of Taste of Tejano at a local radio station.
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In response to the tragedy, local organizations and residents rallied to support the victims and their families.
The KC Strong Fund, started by the United Way and the Kansas City Chiefs, raised millions of dollars to help in the aftermath of the shooting.
In June 2024, the KC Strong Fund distributed funds of over $2 million, raised from more than 4,000 generous individuals who pledged support to people impacted in the aftermath of the Super Bowl Parade tragedy.
$1.2 million in direct assistance was provided to 20 fully verified gunshot victims with payments ranging between $22,000 and $100,000 per individual.
Additionally, United Way invested $831,750.61 equally across 14 community organizations, which continues to have impacts to this day for tens of thousands across our region.
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In February of 2024, the Jackson County prosecutor charged , with second-degree murder, two counts of armed criminal action and unlawful use of a weapon.
In December of 2024, 22-year-old Ronnel Dewayne Williams Jr. was sentenced in U.S. District Court to five years of probation in connection to the shooting.
Kansas City officials have reassessed public celebrations in the wake of the tragedy. For example, it was reported that, due to the events of the previous year, there would not be a public rally if the Chiefs won another Super Bowl.
Unfortunately, the Chiefs weren't able to pull off a three-peat after losing the Super Bowl to the Philadelphia Eagles, so there will be no parade.
However, the Chiefs are still firmly in a competitive window; the Kansas City Royals and Kansas City Current both went to the playoffs last season, so another parade may not be too far in the future.
As the city marks the anniversary of the Super Bowl rally shooting, residents honor the memories of those affected and continue to demonstrate resilience, ensuring that such a tragedy never overshadows the spirit of Kansas City.
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