Violence Erupts in Buffalo: Three Shootings Within Hours Leave One Dead, Several Injured – Suspect Still at Large
In a terrifying escalation of gun violence, the city of Buffalo was rocked by three separate shootings within just a few hours early Thursday afternoon. The string of incidents, which appear to be connected in at least one case, has left one person dead, multiple victims injured, and law enforcement agencies scrambling to restore calm as a dangerous suspect remains on the loose.
First Shooting: 600 Block of S Ogden — Homicide Confirmed
The first call came in at approximately 12:15 p.m., reporting gunfire on the 600 block of South Ogden Street. Responding officers arrived to find a victim with critical injuries. Medical personnel attempted life-saving measures, but sadly, the individual was pronounced dead at the scene. The Homicide Unit was immediately requested to begin an investigation.
Authorities have not released the identity of the deceased, pending next-of-kin notification, but this incident marks another tragic addition to Buffalo’s rising homicide toll in 2025.
Second Shooting: Near Riverside Waterfront — One Self-Transports to ECMC
Just 15 minutes later, around 12:30 p.m., a second victim arrived at Erie County Medical Center (ECMC) with a gunshot wound, reporting they had been shot near the Riverside waterfront area. Police quickly secured the area and called in the Gun Violence Unit (GVU) to assist with the investigation. The victim’s condition has not been released, but they are believed to be stable.
Whether this shooting is related to the S Ogden homicide is still under investigation, but the timing and proximity have raised alarm bells among law enforcement.
Third Shooting: First Block of Dorris Avenue — Two Shot
Then, at approximately 2:15 p.m., gunfire erupted again — this time on the first block of Dorris Avenue. Police confirmed that two individuals were shot, and the Gun Violence Unit was again requested at the scene. Details surrounding this shooting are still developing, and police are working to determine whether it may be linked to the earlier incidents.
Shots Fired in Cheektowaga — Suspect Believed Connected to S Ogden Homicide
Shortly after the S Ogden homicide, police in Cheektowaga responded to a shots fired call at the Garden Village Apartments. Alarmingly, investigators now believe the suspect involved in this Cheektowaga incident is the same individual responsible for the South Ogden shooting.
The suspect remains at large and is considered armed and extremely dangerous. Law enforcement agencies across Buffalo, Cheektowaga, and surrounding jurisdictions are actively searching for the individual, and residents are being urged to remain vigilant.
“We’re dealing with an incredibly volatile and fast-moving situation,” a police spokesperson stated Thursday afternoon. “We believe the same suspect is responsible for at least two of these incidents, and potentially more. Our first priority is locating and safely apprehending this individual before more lives are put at risk.”
Community on Edge
The day’s violence has sent shockwaves through the city. Residents across Buffalo are voicing their heartbreak and frustration over the continued bloodshed that is claiming lives and endangering communities at an alarming pace.
“This isn’t just about crime stats,” said one local pastor. “These are our neighbors, our children, our friends. It’s time for all of us to come together — law enforcement, city leaders, community advocates — and stop this madness before it claims another life.”
Call for Public Assistance
Authorities are urging anyone with information about any of the shootings or the suspect believed to be connected to the S Ogden and Cheektowaga incidents to contact Buffalo Police’s Confidential Tip Line at (716) 847-2255. Anonymous tips are welcomed, and investigators stress that even small details can be crucial.
Conclusion
Buffalo finds itself reeling from a day marked by chaos and tragedy — three shootings in two hours, a homicide, multiple injuries, and a suspect on the run. As investigations continue and families grieve, the city is once again faced with the urgent question of how to stem the relentless tide of violence threatening its streets.
This is a developing story. More information will be provided as it becomes available.