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14 Feb 2024 | 10:27 PM UTC

US: Police continue to investigate shooting incident near Union Station, Kansas City, Missouri, Feb. 14 /update 2

Police continuing investigation into shooting incident that left multiple casualties near Union Station, Kansas City, Mo., US, Feb. 14.

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Police are continuing their response to a shooting incident near Union Station in Kansas City, Missouri, as of the late afternoon of Feb. 14. Authorities confirmed multiple shots were fired near a parking garage west of the station killing at least one person; preliminary information indicates that between 10-15 people were injured in the shooting. Police have detained two armed individuals; it is unclear if any additional suspects remain at large. The incident happened shortly after a parade to honor the Super Bowl victory of the Kansas City Chiefs football team had ended, with thousands of people still in the area at the time.

The scene remains active, with an ongoing emergency response. Heightened security, transport and business disruptions are likely in the area over the coming hours.

Avoid the area until police give the all-clear. Strictly heed instructions from authorities.