In light of he tragic shooting incident that shook the Kansas City community during the Super Bowl parade on February 14, 2024, a third individual in connection to the violence that claimed the life of Lisa Lopez-Galvan and left over two dozen injured, including 11 children.
The latest suspect to face charges is 20-year-old Terry Young, a Kansas City native. He’s been charged with second-degree murder, unlawful use of a weapon, and two counts of armed criminal action for his alleged involvement in the shooting. According to court documents, surveillance footage captured Young brandishing a firearm during a verbal altercation before firing several shots into the crowd.
Detectives utilized various investigative techniques, including surveillance footage, social media analysis, and cell phone data, to identify Young. His social media profiles and YouTube videos reportedly showed him wearing the same distinctive green and yellow teddy bear backpack seen during the parade.
Additionally, text messages retrieved from group chats on other suspects’ cell phones implicated Young further.
Young was apprehended on Wednesday, and prosecutors have requested a $1 million cash bond. Alongside Young, Lyndell Mays, Dominic Miller, and two juveniles have also faced charges related to the shooting. While authorities believe they have all involved shooters in custody, the investigation is ongoing, with the possibility of additional charges in the future.
What Happened at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl Parade?
On February 14, 2024, a mass shooting near Union Station after the parade celebrating the Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory left a lasting scar on the community. One person was killed, Lisa Lopez-Galvan, a local radio DJ, and 22 others were injured, including 11 children.
Chiefs’ Super Bowl Victory Over San Francisco 49ers
In Super Bowl LVIII, the Kansas City Chiefs clinched a win over the San Francisco 49ers with a final score of 25-22 in overtime. Wide receiver Mecole Hardman was the hero with a game-winning touchdown catch in the dying moments. This win marked the Chiefs’ back-to-back Super Bowl championships.