A cherished radio disc jockey and devoted Kansas City Chiefs supporter lost her life on Wednesday when gunfire disrupted the NFL team's victory celebration, leaving at least 22 others injured.
Mother of 2, Kansas City Radio DJ, Victim at Super Bowl Shooting
The community radio station KKFI conveyed the tragic news on Facebook, describing DJ Lisa Lopez-Galvan's death as a "senseless act." The station encouraged anyone with information to contact law enforcement.
Lisa Lopez-Galvan, a mother of two, was confirmed as the victim of the shooting near Kansas City's Union Station.
Friends, including Lisa Lopez, a longtime friend and The Star's newsroom executive administrative assistant, expressed grief, praising her vibrant personality.
Known as "Lisa G," Lopez-Galvan was a KKFI disc jockey and co-host of "Taste of Tejano." Her brother, Beto Lopez, is the president and CEO of the Guadalupe Centers.
In her mid-40s, she lived in Shawnee with her family and actively supported the Chiefs on her personal Facebook page. The shooting, which occurred during the victory parade, resulted in numerous victims, including 11 children.
Shooting at Chief's Super Bowl Celebration
At a press briefing, Kansas City Police Chief Stacey Graves provided information about the impact of the shooting, stating that three individuals had been arrested.
While there were reports suggesting that fans might have assisted in detaining a suspect, Chief Graves couldn't immediately verify this information.
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Expressing frustration, Chief Graves emphasized the expectation of a secure environment for those attending the celebration. No immediate details were disclosed regarding the individuals in custody or a potential motive for the shootings.
Chief Graves mentioned the recovery of firearms but did not specify the types of weapons used.
Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas deemed it a tragedy, assuring the safety of Chiefs players, staff, and their families.
The identities of additional shooting victims remain undisclosed. The gunfire occurred at approximately 2 p.m. local time near the Union Station parking garage, with over 800 police officers present in the vicinity, according to authorities.
Among the 22 victims, 11 were children, and their recovery is anticipated. Law enforcement recovered at least one weapon from the scene.
Mayor Lucas characterized the incident as a tragic disruption of the celebration, emphasizing the gravity of the situation.
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson and the first lady, present at the parade, confirmed their safety. The Chiefs organization, deeply saddened by the violence, assured the well-being of players, coaches, and staff.
The NFL also expressed sorrow and gratitude for the swift response of law enforcement.
This shooting adds to a disturbing trend of gun violence during sports celebrations, echoing incidents in Denver and near the Texas Rangers' World Series parade.
President Biden, in feedback to the occurrence, called for stronger gun control measures, urging Congress to take action.
The shooting flawed what should have been a celebratory affair, echoing past occurrences of violence during sports-related rallies.
The incident unfolded near Union Station, causing chaos as attendees fled gunshots.
Social media captured the panic, showing police running through the crowd, people being carried away on stretchers, and bystanders assisting victims.
Mayor Quinton Lucas, present at the event, expressed shock and ran for safety. Three individuals were detained, and the motive remains under investigation.
