Chiefs' Travis and Jason Kelce address tragic Super Bowl parade incident
9:18 AM EST, February 20, 2024
We are all still living with the tragic events of February 14, when a shooting occurred during the Kansas City Chiefs' victory parade. Now, the Kelce brothers have commented on these events.
The shooting occurred during the parade after the Kansas City Chiefs won the Super Bowl against the San Francisco 49ers 25-22. As fans celebrated the Kansas City Chiefs' fourth-ever victory, shots rang out near Union Station.
As a result of these events, over 20 people were injured, including eight children, and one person died. Immediately after this tragedy, athletes and politicians began to express their mourning on social media. One was Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce, who wrote, "I am heartbroken over the tragedy that took place today. My heart is with all who came out to celebrate with us and have been affected. KC, you mean the world to me."
Travis Kelce and his brother, Jason, host the famous podcast "New Heights." On Tuesday, before the pre-taped recording of the new episode, the brothers discussed the shooting, expressing their support for the victims and thanking the services and ordinary people for their help.
Travis Kelce and his brother, Jason, host the famous podcast "New Heights." On Tuesday, before the pre-taped recording of the new episode, the brothers discussed the shooting, expressing their support for the victims and thanking the services and ordinary people for their help.
"We just wanted to say our hearts go out to the all of the victims, their families, Chiefs Kingdom, and really all of Kansas City that was really there on a day to try to celebrate the community. It’s unfortunate and tragic the events that occurred", Jason Kelce said.
"We also want to thank the local law enforcement that sprung into action. The first responders on scene and anybody that's been willing to help those affected by this tragedy.", he added.
Travis Kelce also announced that they had attached the links to the Chiefs Emergency Response Fund in their podcast bio if anyone is willing to donate some funds for the victims of this shooting.
Sources: Fox News, "The Heights"
