What was supposed to be a day of joy and celebration for Philadelphia Eagles fans turned into a scene of chaos when gunfire erupted during the Super Bowl parade.

Authorities confirmed that two women were shot near the festivities, casting a dark shadow over the Eagles' victory celebration.

Two Victims Injured in Shooting During Eagles' Parade

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According to the Philadelphia Police Department (PPD), a 27-year-old woman and a 20-year-old woman sustained gunshot wounds to the lower body at approximately 2:35 PM. The incident occurred just a few blocks from where Eagles players addressed the huge crowd gathered to commemorate their Super Bowl LIX win over the Kansas City Chiefs, per TMZ Sports.

Both victims were immediately transported to a nearby hospital and are now in stable condition, police confirmed. However, no arrests have been made, and authorities have yet to locate a crime scene or recover the weapon involved.

Ongoing Investigation: Police Seeking Information

The Philadelphia Police Department has urged anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward. As of writing, no suspects have been identified, and the investigation remains active.

Despite the unfortunate incident, the parade saw thousands of devoted Eagles fans flood the streets from early morning until the event wrapped up around 3 PM ET. The shooting was not mentioned in any official broadcast coverage of the parade.

Gun Violence During Super Bowl Victory Parades Becoming More Common

This marks the second consecutive year that gun violence has marred a Super Bowl victory parade. In February 2024, a shooting during the Kansas City Chiefs' celebration left one person dead and several others injured.

In another report by The US Sun, General Manager Howie Roseman was spotted bleeding from his head. From where he was standing, he appeared to be proud and told the fans that he "bleeds for this city."

The commotion was so intense that many parade attendees climbed up light poles and other structures in the city. It appears that Mayor Cherelle Parker's warning to the parade goers has been inefficient as fans chose violence over peace during Valentine's parade for Eagles.

"The parade route has been thoughtfully planned for the safety and security of all attendees. With large crowds expected, we ask everyone to celebrate responsibly and respectfully, making this a moment Philadelphia can be proud of," the City of Philadelphia said in a statement.