Kansas Man Falsely Accused in Chiefs Parade Shooting Dies, Lawyer Vows to Clear His Name
Loudermill Jr., misidentified as a shooter during the 2024 Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade, has died as his family continues to seek justice against viral misinformation.
- Denton Loudermill Jr., a Kansas man falsely accused of involvement in the 2024 Kansas City Chiefs parade shooting, has been confirmed dead by his attorney.
- Loudermill was briefly detained by police during the chaos following the shooting but was never charged with any crime.
- Social media posts falsely labeled Loudermill as an 'illegal alien' and a 'shooter,' sparking lawsuits against political figures who amplified the misinformation.
- All lawsuits filed by Loudermill were dismissed due to jurisdictional issues, leaving him without legal recourse to clear his name.
- His attorney, LaRonna Lassiter Saunders, has pledged to continue efforts to restore Loudermill’s reputation and hold those responsible for the misinformation accountable.