A tragic incident unfolded on Sunday at a park in upstate New York as a mass shooting claimed the life of one person and left at least six others injured in Rochester. The Rochester Police Department responded to Maplewood Park at approximately 6:20pm after receiving reports of shots fired during a large gathering.
Upon arrival, officers discovered multiple individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. Captain Greg Bello confirmed that an adult in their 20s tragically lost their life as a result of the shooting. Additionally, one person sustained a life-threatening injury while five others were hospitalized with minor injuries. The identity of the victim who was fatally shot has not yet been released as authorities are in the process of notifying their family.
The incident prompted a swift and coordinated response from various law enforcement agencies including the Irondequoit Police, Monroe County Sheriff's Office, Rochester Police, and New York State Police. According to Captain Bello, a party was taking place in the vicinity at the time of the shooting. The investigation is ongoing and law enforcement officials are diligently working to gather information from witnesses.
The exact number of individuals involved in the shooting remains unknown at this time. As of now, no suspects have been taken into custody and the Rochester Police Department is urging anyone with video footage of the incident to come forward. They have requested that the footage be shared with the Major Crimes unit or reported to Crime Stoppers. Additionally, individuals with any information related to the shooting are encouraged to contact either 311 or 911.
The community of Rochester is left in shock and mourning following this senseless act of violence. The focus now is on supporting the victims and their families during this difficult time. As the investigation unfolds, updates will be provided by law enforcement officials.