Daylight Shooting Rocks East Amherst Street, Police Launch Intense Investigation

Buffalo’s East Amherst Street was plunged into serious police activity on Sunday afternoon following reports of a shooting that sent one individual to the hospital. The incident, which unfolded just after 1:30 p.m., has prompted an immediate and thorough investigation by Buffalo Police.

Emergency crews and law enforcement officers swiftly responded to the scene, where they found one person suffering from gunshot wounds.

The victim was quickly transported to Erie County Medical Center (ECMC) for treatment, with their current condition not yet released to the public.

Detectives have begun the painstaking process of piecing together the events that led to the violence. Crime scene investigators were observed collecting evidence, canvassing the area for potential witnesses, and reviewing any available surveillance footage that might shed light on the circumstances of the shooting.

The specific location on East Amherst Street where the incident occurred, and the identities of those involved, are being withheld as the investigation remains active and fluid.

Authorities are urging anyone who might have been in the area at the time, or who possesses any information, no matter how minor it may seem, to come forward.

Community cooperation is often crucial in solving cases of this nature. Buffalo Police are making a direct appeal to the public for assistance, requesting that anyone with information contact the Confidential TIPCALL Line at 716-847-2255.

Every piece of information could be vital in helping investigators identify suspects, understand the motive, and ultimately bring those responsible to justice, ensuring the safety and security of the East Amherst Street neighborhood and the wider Buffalo community.