Chiefs’ Frank Clark to pay for funeral of 4-year-old killed in Kansas City

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end is paying for the funeral of LeGend Taliferro, a 4-year-old killed while sleeping in Missouri Monday.

Clark posted Friday the youngster was #TheRealLeGend.

#TheRealLeGend https://t.co/dCgh0CQxdW

— Frank Clark (@TheRealFrankC_) July 3, 2020

Life Line Financial Group told 41 Action News the Kansas City Chiefs defensive end had been in contact with Taliferro’s mother, Charron Powell, about helping cover the costs.

Taliferro was shot while was sleeping. Witnesses said someone opened fire on his family’s apartment. Police are still seeking help.

The boy was taken to a hospital but died.

RIP young LeGend Taliferro. Crazy In the midst of a movement we still manage to do foolish things. He was killed as he slept in his home due to gun violence. His mother, Charron Powell needs us. Let his name be heard. ♥️🙏🏿 pic.twitter.com/x7nuk4cD8D

— Frank Clark (@TheRealFrankC_) July 3, 2020

LeGend will be laid to rest on July 10.

At the first Chiefs game of the season against the Houston Texans, Clark said he will play in LeGend’s name.

Charron asks that anyone who wants to support the family, show up to the Heart Walk in KC on Sept. 13 and join team "Walking LeGend"#LivingLeGend #WalkingLeGend https://t.co/bs4JvBE9rj

— McKenzie Nelson (@McKenzieMNelson) July 3, 2020