Prosecutor drops murder charge against shooter at Chiefs rally, cites self-defense laws

Dominic Miller pleaded guilty to a weapons charge as part of a plea deal after the 2024 shooting incident that left one dead and dozens injured.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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A man who initially faced a murder charge for opening fire following the Kansas City Chiefs' 2024 Super Bowl win was sentenced to two years in prison on a weapons charge. Prosecutors said the case was complicated by Missouri's self-defense laws, as Dominic Miller was among at least six people who started shooting in the melee that sent players, city officials and hundreds of fans scrambling for cover.

Why it matters

The shooting at the Chiefs' victory rally highlights the complexities of self-defense laws in Missouri, which has adopted a stand-your-ground principle that provides broad self-defense rights regardless of location. The case raises questions about accountability and public safety at large events.

The details

The gunfire erupted outside Kansas City's historic Union Station as the celebration that drew an estimated 1 million fans was concluding. Lisa Lopez-Galvan, the host of a local radio show, was killed while watching the rally with her family. About two dozen other people, many of them children, were wounded but survived. All told, 12 people brandished firearms, with the guns found at the scene including at least two AR-style rifles.

  • The shooting occurred in 2024 following the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl win.
  • Dominic Miller was sentenced on Monday, March 10, 2026.

The players

Dominic Miller

A man who pleaded guilty to a weapons charge as part of a plea deal after the 2024 shooting incident.

Lisa Lopez-Galvan

The host of a local radio show who was killed while watching the rally with her family.

Lyndell Mays

Accused of being the first person to start firing during the shooting incident.

15-year-old

A teenager who began shooting toward Lyndell Mays and hit Dominic Miller.

Jackson County prosecutor's office

The office that cited Missouri's self-defense laws in dropping the murder charge against Dominic Miller.

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What they’re saying

“While we are very pleased to see his freedom restored, we remain concerned that he was charged with murder in the first place.”

— David Wiegert, Dominic Miller's attorney

“The greatest justice would be having Lisa back, but since that is not possible, accountability still matters. We also share the hope expressed in court that change can come from this and that people recognize the importance of making better choices.”

— Lisa Lopez-Galvan's family

What’s next

Lyndell Mays is scheduled to stand trial next year on charges that include second-degree murder.

The takeaway

This case highlights the complexities of self-defense laws in Missouri, which has adopted a stand-your-ground principle that provides broad self-defense rights regardless of location. It raises questions about accountability and public safety at large events, and the importance of making better choices to prevent such tragedies.