U.S President Joe Biden has again called for a review of gun laws in the wake of a deadly mass shooting near Kansas city’s Super Bowl victory rally, where thousands of fans had gathered with the Kansas City Chiefs to celebrate the team’s NFL championship triumph over the San Francisco 49ers.
The President in a statement described the incessant shooting scenes in the U.S as a pandemic that must be stopped, appealing for an intentional review of gun laws, to savage whatever is left of the American pride.
Kansas City Mayor, Quinton Lucas lamented that city authorities ultimately were unable to prevent such violence despite the presence of more than 800 law enforcement officers, urging the people to change the narrative and make the city safe for all.
Meanwhile, Police Chief Stacey Graves confirmed to newsmen that three people were detained and under investigation in connection with the shooting, but she said investigators had yet to determine a motive.
Authorities say Lisa Lopez, one of the disc jockeys and host of a show on the local radio had died, fifteen victims suffered life-threatening wounds, 21 others injured including 11 kids as young as 6 years old,
