A fight between attendees at the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) All-Star National Championship in Dallas led to a chaotic evacuation on Saturday afternoon. The incident occurred at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, where a confrontation between two individuals resulted in the toppling of poles, causing loud noises that many mistook for gunfire.
The sudden commotion prompted a mass evacuation, with attendees rushing out of the building in a panic. Dallas Police Department responded swiftly, clarifying that there was no active shooter and that the noises were due to the fallen poles.Despite the absence of gunfire, several individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries during the evacuation.
The NCA competition, which draws thousands of participants and spectators annually, suspended activities for the remainder of Saturday. Event organizers and local authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to ensure the safety of all attendees before resuming the competition.
A family reunification center was established at 400 N. Lamar Street to assist those separated during the evacuation.Dallas Police continue to investigate the incident and have urged the public to avoid speculation as they work to provide accurate information.