A Third Man Is Now Charged With Murder in the Kansas City Super Bowl Rally Shooting

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Charges Filed in Kansas City Super Bowl Rally Shooting

In a significant development, Terry Young has been charged with murder in connection with the tragic shooting incident that occurred during the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl rally. Young now faces second-degree murder, unlawful use of a weapon, and armed criminal action charges for his alleged involvement in the altercation on February 14 near Union Station in Kansas City.

The incident, which took place amidst the jubilant celebration of the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory over the San Francisco 49ers, turned into a scene of chaos and tragedy. Local radio personality Elizabeth Lopez-Galvan lost her life in the shooting, while 25 others, including nine children, sustained injuries.

The altercation, reportedly sparked by an argument over eye contact, quickly escalated into gunfire. Terry Young, along with Lyndell Mays and Dominic Miller, was swiftly charged with second-degree murder and multiple weapons-related offenses in the aftermath of the shooting. Additionally, two juveniles are in custody, and three other individuals face charges related to firearms and resisting arrest.

Authorities revealed that a total of twelve individuals brandished firearms during the incident, with at least six of them firing weapons. Among the firearms recovered at the scene were at least two AR-style rifles, two of which were found to have been illegally purchased.

Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney Jean Peters Baker described the progress in the investigation as an important milestone, emphasizing that everyone involved in discharging a firearm during the altercation has been apprehended. Surveillance footage and social media postings were instrumental in identifying Terry Young, whose phone data placed him at the scene during the shooting.

The tragic loss of life and the injuries sustained serve as a stark reminder of the dangers of gun violence. As the legal proceedings continue, the community mourns the loss of Elizabeth Lopez-Galvan and hopes for justice to prevail for all those affected by this senseless act of violence.

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