Buffalo, New York witnessed a tragic incident late Saturday, where a 14-year-old girl lost her life and five teenage boys were wounded in a shooting, according to authorities.
The Buffalo Police Department responded to a call near Alexander Place in Buffalo shortly before 11:30 p.m. EDT, where they found all six victims injured in a parking lot. The wounded teenagers, aged between 14 and 16, were taken to various medical facilities for treatment.
Tragically, the 14-year-old girl succumbed to her injuries at Oishei Children’s Hospital. The other victims, including a 15-year-old boy in critical condition, were treated at Erie County Medical Center. The police noted that the shooting took place not far from a location known for a past racially motivated attack.
Mayor Byron Brown expressed sorrow at a press conference, condemning the violence and offering condolences to the grieving families. The police reported that the incident may have stemmed from an altercation at a large house party attended by hundreds of teenagers.
Authorities believe that an earlier confrontation at the gathering led to the shooting, highlighting the escalating violence in the neighborhood. Concerned residents voiced their fears over the proximity of the shooting to residential areas.
In response to the tragedy, the Buffalo police vowed to intensify patrols in the neighborhood and urged the perpetrators to surrender. The mayor called the incident a senseless crime and appealed to the shooters to come forward and take responsibility for their actions.
The community mourns the loss of a young life and hopes for swift justice in bringing those responsible to account for their heinous actions. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need to address the root causes of such violence and prevent further tragedies from befalling the youth in Buffalo.