Buffalo, NY —A wave of devastating violence swept through Buffalo on Thursday, leaving one person dead and several others injured in a string of shootings that shook neighborhoods and ignited city-wide fear. As investigators work urgently to connect the dots, an armed suspect remains at large, and a shaken community is left reeling from the trauma of yet another senseless day of bloodshed.
A Day of Tragedy Begins on South Ogden Street
The first shots rang out shortly after noon. Just before 12:15 p.m., officers responded to a report of gunfire on the 600 block of South Ogden Street. When they arrived, they found a victim with life-threatening wounds. Despite the efforts of emergency responders, the individual was pronounced dead at the scene. Police have withheld the victim’s name pending notification of family.
The incident, now under investigation by the Buffalo Police Homicide Unit, marks a grim milestone in what has already been a violent year for the city.
Second Victim Self-Transports After Riverside Shooting
Barely fifteen minutes later, another victim arrived at Erie County Medical Center with a gunshot wound, claiming they had been shot near the Riverside waterfront. The victim, who has not been publicly identified, is reported to be in stable condition. Police quickly cordoned off the area and brought in the Gun Violence Unit, as questions mounted over whether the two shootings might be connected.
Two More Shot on Dorris Avenue
By mid-afternoon, violence struck again. At around 2:15 p.m., police were dispatched to the first block of Dorris Avenue, where two more victims had been shot. Both were transported for medical treatment, and their conditions remain unknown. The Gun Violence Unit is once again leading the investigation, as authorities try to determine whether the day’s shootings are part of a broader pattern or connected by a common suspect.
Shots Fired in Cheektowaga — Possible Link to South Ogden Homicide
In a chilling development, a fourth gunfire incident was reported shortly after the South Ogden homicide — this time in neighboring Cheektowaga, at the Garden Village Apartments. Investigators now believe the suspect in that case may be the same individual responsible for the fatal shooting on South Ogden.
The suspect remains at large and is considered armed, dangerous, and possibly responsible for multiple acts of violence in less than three hours.
City Gripped by Fear and Grief
“This is not just a crime story — it’s a human tragedy,” said Buffalo resident and local faith leader Rev. Angela Morris. “One person is gone forever. Others are wounded, some may never fully recover. And a city is once again forced to ask how much more it can take.”
Community members expressed heartbreak, fatigue, and growing frustration at the ongoing cycle of violence that continues to devastate families and destabilize neighborhoods.
Police Urge Public to Remain Vigilant
Law enforcement agencies across Erie County are working in coordination to locate the suspect, with a citywide alert issued. Authorities are urging anyone with information — no matter how minor — to call the Buffalo Police Confidential Tip Line at (716) 847-2255. All tips can be submitted anonymously.
“We are treating this as an active, ongoing threat,” a BPD spokesperson said. “The individual we’re looking for has demonstrated a willingness to use deadly force and must be located as soon as possible to prevent further tragedy.”
A City in Mourning — A Call for Change
Thursday’s series of shootings is a sobering reminder of the urgent need for comprehensive strategies to address gun violence in Buffalo. From grassroots organizations to law enforcement and city officials, many are calling for unified, immediate action.
As Buffalo mourns the life lost and prays for the recovery of the wounded, the message from residents is clear: this cannot continue.
“This isn’t just about the people shot today,” said a tearful mother on Dorris Avenue. “It’s about our children, our future. Something has to change — now.”
This story is developing and will be updated as more information becomes available.
