Incident at NCA Cheer Competition: No Arrests Made, Investigation Ongoing
What Happened
A fight broke out between two people at the NCA All-Star National Championship, a national cheerleading competition, leading to a "stampede" and multiple injuries.
Investigation Ongoing
Police said Monday that no arrests have been made in connection with the incident, but an investigation is ongoing.
Incident Details
The incident occurred at the Downtown Dallas convention center on Saturday afternoon, when officers responded to reports of an active shooter. It was determined that a fight had broken out between two adults, which led to the loud noise and panic that caused people to rush outside in a stampede.
Injuries Reported
At least 10 people were injured in the confusion, with injuries ranging from bruises and scrapes to "extremity fractures." The Dallas Fire-Rescue department reported that all those injured were taken to hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries.
Event Suspended and Resumed
The event was suspended for the remainder of the day on Saturday, but resumed on Sunday with enhanced security measures in place. While some teams chose to leave, a "majority" opted to stay and compete.
Police Statement
Police officials have found no evidence of a shooting, but are continuing to review video footage. Police are asking anyone with information about a "shooting offense connected to this investigation" to contact Sgt. Anthony Colon at anthony.colon@dallaspolice.gov.
Varsity Spirit Statement
In an email to NCA attendees, Bill Seely, president of Varsity Spirit, the organization running the event, expressed disappointment and disappointment that the incident occurred. "It is deeply disheartening that an event designed to celebrate these incredible young athletes was disputed by the actions of adults," he said.
FAQs
Q: What happened at the NCA All-Star National Championship?
A: A fight broke out between two people, leading to a "stampede" and multiple injuries.
Q: Were there any arrests made in connection with the incident?
A: No, no arrests have been made, but an investigation is ongoing.
Q: How many people were injured in the incident?
A: At least 10 people were injured, with injuries ranging from bruises and scrapes to "extremity fractures."
Q: Was the event suspended?
A: Yes, the event was suspended for the remainder of the day on Saturday, but resumed on Sunday with enhanced security measures in place.
Q: What is the current status of the investigation?
A: The investigation is ongoing, and police are reviewing video footage and asking for any information about a "shooting offense connected to this investigation."
