BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Multiple people were struck in a mass shooting at the Tops Markets on Jefferson Avenue and the shooter is in custody, according to Buffalo Police.
At least eight people are dead, law enforcement officials told The Associated Press.
Drivers are asked to avoid the area.
Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz first tweeted confirming the shooting: “I have been advised of an active multiple shooting event at the Tops Markets on Jefferson Street in Buffalo. Police are on scene. Please stay away from the area.”
This is the scene outside Tops on Jefferson Ave. where Buffalo Police say multiple people were shot. Waiting on more details. pic.twitter.com/FhPhbFkHiO
— Marlee Tuskes (@MarleeTuskesTV) May 14, 2022
🚨Graphic video 🚨 Man arrested in military uniform after mass shooting at Tops Supermarket in Buffalo, New York pic.twitter.com/1cSGIYm8VI
— Ryan (@breakingryan1) May 14, 2022
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