Buffalo, N.Y. – A tragic shooting incident unfolded in western New York late Saturday, resulting in the death of a 14-year-old girl and injuries to five teenage boys. According to authorities, the Buffalo Police Department responded to reports of gunfire near Alexander Place in Buffalo shortly before 11:30 p.m. EDT.
The young girl was rushed to Oishei Children’s Hospital but was pronounced dead upon arrival. The five wounded boys, ranging in age from 14 to 16, were also taken to various medical facilities for treatment. One of the boys, a 15-year-old, was listed in critical condition at Erie County Medical Center, while the others were reported to be in stable condition.
The shooting incident occurred just blocks away from a previous tragic event in which a white supremacist carried out a racially motivated attack, claiming the lives of 10 individuals. Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown expressed his condolences, emphasizing the grief and pain experienced by the victims’ families.
Authorities revealed that the shooting incident took place after a large house party attended by hundreds of teenagers. Following reports of loud music and a subsequent fight, police intervened to disperse the crowd. Detectives believe that the earlier altercation may have triggered the later shooting.
Residents in the area expressed shock and concern over the escalating violence, with one individual describing the frightening sound of gunshots nearby. While the police reassured the public that the neighborhood was not a known trouble spot, they announced plans to increase patrols in the area to prevent further incidents.
Mayor Brown issued a plea to the perpetrators, urging them to surrender to authorities and take responsibility for their senseless actions. The community is left grappling with the tragedy, as law enforcement officials vow to pursue justice for the victims of this heartbreaking event.