Nine individuals were injured in a shooting incident that took place early Saturday morning close to the England national football team's World Cup base in Kansas City, Missouri.
The incident occurred on Troost Avenue at approximately 4:00 a.m., prompting a swift response from local law enforcement. Authorities confirmed that thankfully, none of the injuries sustained are life-threatening. The affected individuals were transported to nearby hospitals for medical attention and are receiving treatment.
As of the latest reports, no arrests have been made, and the investigation into the shooting is ongoing. Police are actively seeking information and urging anyone with details to come forward.
The location of the shooting is situated roughly seven kilometers away from Swope Soccer Village, the designated base for the England squad during the tournament. This proximity has drawn attention due to the team's presence in the city.
England's national team, under the management of Thomas Tuchel, is currently engaged in World Cup preparations. They recently secured a victory against New Zealand with a 1-0 scoreline in Tampa, Florida. Their pre-tournament schedule includes an upcoming friendly match against Costa Rica in Orlando.
Following their friendly matches, the team is slated to travel to Kansas City for their tournament base. England is scheduled to commence their World Cup campaign on June 17th with a match against Croatia.
Kansas City has emerged as a favored location for national teams setting up their World Cup bases, largely owing to its geographically central position within the United States. Several other prominent teams, including Argentina, Algeria, and the Netherlands, have also chosen the city as their operational hub for the tournament.
The shooting incident, while not directly impacting the England team who are currently in Florida, highlights security concerns in the vicinity of team accommodations and training facilities.
