Two newly identified adults face charges of murder in relation to the tragic mass shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl parade last week.
Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker revealed on Tuesday that Lyndell Mays of Raytown and Dominic M. Miller of Kansas City have been indicted on charges of second-degree felony murder, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon.
While Mays was charged on Saturday, he initially sought to seal the case, which the court unsealed on Tuesday. Miller, on the other hand, was charged on Monday night.
According to Baker, Mays and Miller were previously unknown to each other before the shooting. They were part of a group involved in an altercation, which rapidly escalated when Mays brandished his firearm. Subsequently, others in the group also drew their weapons. In the ensuing chaos, Miller discharged his firearm, tragically resulting in the death of bystander Lisa Lopez-Galvan.
Witness testimony, as reported by KSHB News, indicated that Mays engaged in a verbal altercation with a group of four males, leading to the fatal confrontation. Surveillance footage captured Mays aggressively confronting the group before brandishing his gun.
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During police interrogation, Mays admitted to drawing his firearm first. Furthermore, it was discovered that Mays’ Glock 9mm handgun had been reported stolen from KCMO.
Mays confessed to hesitating to shoot due to the presence of children in the crowd but ultimately fired his weapon in response to a threatening statement. Miller, upon hearing gunfire, discharged his Taurus G3 9mm handgun, though he was uncertain of hitting his intended target.
Both individuals are currently detained on $1 million bond and remain hospitalized due to injuries sustained during the shooting.
Earlier, on Friday, three individuals, including two juveniles, faced charges related to firearms offenses.
Peters Baker emphasized the commitment to holding all responsible shooters accountable, noting ongoing efforts by law enforcement to ensure justice for the victims. Kansas City Police Chief Stacey Graves echoed this sentiment, affirming relentless efforts to identify and prosecute all individuals involved in the shooting.
