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Originally Posted by luv
Probable Cause Statement and Complaint for both Miller and Mays. The Complaint for Miller is the Amended Complaint.
Mays' arraignment is scheduled for 1:00 today.
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The events leading up to the shooting, as described in the Mays PC document, unfolded as follows:
Location and Initial Encounter: The incident occurred near Pershing Road and Kessler Road during the Chiefs' Super Bowl Parade in Kansas City, Missouri. Lyndell Mays, along with Witness 9, were approached by a group of four males. One of the males in the group confronted Mays, asking him what he was looking at since they didn't recognize him. Mays informed Witness 9 that he did not know these individuals.
Tension Escalates: The situation escalated when it was observed that one of the individuals in the group had a firearm visible in his backpack. According to Witness 9, two individuals from the group then pulled out firearms from their backpacks. Witness 9 attempted to pull Mays away from the situation to leave.
Outbreak of Gunfire: As Witness 9 turned her back, she heard gunshots. Upon turning around, she saw the group shooting at Mays. Mays then pulled out his own pistol and returned fire. Witness 9 began to run away from the scene and, upon looking back, saw Mays fall to the ground, suffering from apparent gunshot wounds.
Lyndell Mays' Actions: Lyndell Mays initially provided a statement that was inconsistent with surveillance video evidence. Upon being confronted with the video evidence, Mays acknowledged that he pulled out his gun first and began firing at the group. He claimed to have targeted one of the individuals randomly out of fear for Witness 9’s life. Mays admitted to shooting first in the crowded area, which included children, and acknowledged that it was a mistake.
Surveillance Video Analysis: The surveillance video showed Mays getting into a verbal confrontation with the group, becoming aggressive, and eventually pulling out a handgun. He chased one individual who appeared to be running away unarmed, while the others in the group drew their firearms and shot in Mays' direction.
Aftermath: Following the incident, Mays was found suffering from gunshot wounds. A Glock 9mm handgun, which was later revealed to be stolen, was found near him. The incident resulted in 25 people being injured by gunfire and one fatality.
This sequence of events paints a picture of a rapidly escalating confrontation that turned violent, leading to tragic consequences.