Nine Injured in Kansas City Shooting Near England’s World Cup Base

Nine people suffered non-life-threatening injuries when shots were fired near England’s training base in Kansas City early Saturday. Police responded to reports around 4am on Troost Avenue and found a large crowd dispersing. Three adult women were treated at a local hospital, and six others later sought care for minor wounds. No suspects are in custody, and officers continue to patrol the area. Local authorities recently accepted a $17 million federal grant to boost World Cup security in Kansas City, ensuring safety as teams arrive. England’s squad is finishing preparations in Florida and will fly to Kansas City on June 13. They will train at Swope Soccer Village alongside Argentina and the Netherlands during the tournament.

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