Patrick Mahomes and his wife, Brittany, brought joy to young victims of the tragic parade shooting by visiting a local hospital. The couple spent time with an 8-year-old and a 10-year-old, both of whom were injured in the gunfire that occurred during the Chiefs’ Super Bowl celebration at Union Station.
Key Takeaway
Patrick and Brittany Mahomes visited a children’s hospital to spend time with young victims of the tragic parade shooting, bringing gifts and joy to lift their spirits.
Making a Difference
Patrick and Brittany Mahomes’ visit to the hospital brought smiles to the faces of the young girls, who were part of the Reyes family. Despite being wounded, the girls were visibly overjoyed during the visit, especially when they received miniature Chiefs helmets as gifts from the Kansas City star and his wife.
The Reyes family, who tragically lost a member in the shooting, expressed their gratitude for the Mahomeses’ visit, thanking the staff of Children’s Mercy Hospital and the couple for their care, love, and support.
Community Support
A GoFundMe campaign has been set up to aid the girls and their family in their recovery, and it has already raised an impressive $54,000. The shooting, which occurred just after Mahomes had addressed the rally, left a total of 23 people injured, with at least half of the victims being under 16 years old.
While two juveniles have been charged in connection with the shooting, authorities have indicated that additional charges may follow.
