Buffalo, New York – In a tragic turn of events, a 14-year-old girl lost her life, and five teenage boys sustained injuries following a shooting incident late Saturday night in western New York. The Buffalo Police Department responded to reports of gunfire near Alexander Place in Buffalo before 11:30 p.m. EDT.
The victims, all aged between 14 and 16, were found wounded in a parking lot by officers on the scene. Tragically, the girl passed away after being taken to Oishei Children’s Hospital. Among the injured boys, a 15-year-old was in critical condition at Erie County Medical Center, and three others were listed in stable condition. Another 16-year-old boy was grazed by a bullet but did not require medical treatment at the site.
The shooting took place just four blocks away from the site of a racially motivated attack in 2022 that resulted in the death of 10 individuals. Mayor Byron Brown expressed deep sadness over the incident, calling it a tragic day for the city of Buffalo.
Hundreds of teenagers were in the vicinity for a large house party, where a confrontation broke out earlier in the evening. This altercation is believed to have sparked the shooting that followed shortly after. Residents in the area expressed shock and concern over the violence that unfolded in their neighborhood.
Buffalo police pledged to increase patrols in the area, vowing to work tirelessly to apprehend those responsible for the senseless act of violence. Mayor Brown issued a direct plea to the perpetrators, urging them to turn themselves in to authorities.
The community is reeling from the senseless loss of life, with officials emphasizing the need for justice and safety in the city. The Buffalo Police Department remains committed to bringing those behind the shooting to account as they work to ensure the well-being of all residents.