Tragedy struck on Saturday afternoon as a fatal shooting took place on Bird Avenue in Buffalo resulting in the death of a 21-year-old male. Buffalo police officials have announced that several suspects have been taken into custody following a police pursuit.
According to authorities, the incident occurred just after 1:30pm when officers responded to a report of gunfire in the 200 block of Bird Avenue. Upon arrival, they discovered the victim who had been struck by gunfire while outside. The injured individual was immediately transported by ambulance to Erie County Medical Center (ECMC) where he was later pronounced deceased.
Following the shooting, the suspects fled the scene in a vehicle. However, officers were able to identify and pursue the suspect's vehicle through various parts of the city ultimately leading to a conclusion on the outbound Buffalo Skyway. During the pursuit, the suspects began discarding firearms and contraband out of the vehicle's window with some of the items landing in the Buffalo River.
As of 6pm on Saturday, the Buffalo Police Underwater Recovery Team was on scene working diligently to retrieve the discarded items from the river. Among the items recovered so far are at least two firearms, drugs, and other pieces of evidence. While on Route 5, the suspects abandoned the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot. However, thanks to the swift response and coordinated efforts of officers from various city police districts, all of the occupants were apprehended shortly after.
At this time, several suspects are in custody, but no arrests have been made. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and contact the Buffalo Police's confidential tip line at (716) 847-2255.
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