Aiexpress – Patrick Mahomes, the two-time NFL MVP, and his wife Brittany went to see a family at Children’s Mercy Hospital who were hurt in the shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl parade.
The shooting on Wednesday that resulted in a fatality affected a number of people, including the Reyes family. Their eight- and ten-year-old girls were both shot in the league and had to have surgery afterward.
The family, who preferred to remain anonymous, mentioned that they would need to wear casts for several months. Additionally, each sibling will undergo physical therapy to recover their strength and mobility.
“We want to give a personal thank you to the staff of Children’s Mercy Hospital and Patrick and Brittany Mahomes for their outpouring care, love and support,” the family wrote in a statement
A GoFundMe page set up for the Reyes family says that “the girls were celebrating with many members of their family when they were senselessly injured.”
In the terrible killing, several people were hurt, and one person was killed. 22 people were hurt in the shooting. Their ages ranged from 8 to 47.
“We just wanted to say our hearts go out to all of the victims, their families, Chiefs Kingdom, and really all of Kansas City that was really there on a day to try and celebrate the community,” Jason Kelce said on a recent podcast episode with his brother and Chiefs captain Travis Kelce.
“It’s unfortunate, and deeply tragic the events that occurred. So we want to thank the local law enforcement that sprang into action, the first responders on scene, and anybody that’s been willing to help those affected by this tragedy,” he continued.
The Reyes sisters, who were among the youngest victims affected by the shooting, had the opportunity to meet Mahomes and his wife Brittany at Children’s Mercy Hospital. The couple took pictures with the Reyes family, who are currently recovering from their surgeries.
“Just like #ChiefsKingdom has always been there for me and my family, we want to be there for them,” Mahomes wrote on social media on Friday afternoon.
The Reyes family expressed their gratitude for Mahomes’ generosity and issued a statement commending the exceptional quarterback.
“We are avid Chiefs fans and very proud of our home team through the highs and the lows. Madison and Melia’s lives have forever changed since Wednesday’s senseless act,” the family wrote in a statement.
“In a time where they are traumatized, saddened, and worried, having a surprise appearance from Patrick and Brittany Mahomes brought the first smile to their faces since tragedy struck. Even though they will be wearing casts for several months they are excited to show loved ones that Patrick signed their cast,” the statement added.
The sisters are currently in stable condition, but the family has asked for ongoing prayers for their recovery.
“We want to thank the Mahomes Family for being so kind, caring, and loving to our little ones and ask that the community please keep them in their prayers as they navigate life moving forward.”
