Mass shooting at Buffalo supermarket
By Adrienne Vogt and Joe Ruiz, CNNUpdated 5:52 p.m. ET, May 14, 2022
What we know so far
- There are at least eight fatalities in a shooting that took place at Tops supermarket in Buffalo on Saturday afternoon, a federal law enforcement source told CNN.
- The Buffalo Police Department said they have an alleged shooter in custody following the “mass shooting” at the store on Jefferson Avenue in the city.
- Officials have warned residents to avoid the area.
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Investigators are reviewing purported manifesto in connection with Buffalo shooting probe, sources say
From CNN’s Shimon Prokupecz.Two federal law enforcement officials told CNN that investigators are reviewing a purported manifesto posted online in connection with the Buffalo mass shooting probe.
A federal law enforcement source told CNN there are at least eight fatalities in the shooting.
The Buffalo Police Department said an alleged shooter is in custody.
1 min ago
At least 8 dead in Buffalo supermarket shooting, according to federal source
From CNN’s Shimon Prokupecz
A federal law enforcement source told CNN there are at least eight fatalities in the shooting that took place at Tops supermarket in Buffalo on Saturday afternoon.
Rep. Brian Higgins earlier told CNN affiliate WKBW that multiple people had been killed in the shooting.
Police are expected to provide an update this hour.
13 min ago
Owners of Buffalo market say they're "shocked and deeply saddened" by shooting
From CNN's Jamiel LynchThe owners of the Buffalo market where Saturday's deadly shooting took place said in a statement that they were "shocked and deeply saddened by this senseless act of violence and our thoughts and prayer are with the victims and their families."
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Witness says he saw alleged gunman go into Buffalo store "just shooting at people"
Grady Lewis, a witness to the Buffalo shooting, said he was outside the Tops market when he started hearing gunshots.
"I heard a gunshot that I knew was a gunshot and not a firecracker. I looked up and I seen smoke. Then I seen a guy in a full Army suit just shooting shots at people. I seen a security guard run in the store, then I seen the guy go in, Army-style, bent over, just shooting at people. I heard him shooting at people and I saw three people laying down. And I didn't have a phone on me so I was just screaming for somebody to call the police and then he came out," Lewis told Buffalo's WKBW.
It took police less than two minutes to arrive at the scene, he said.
"I heard at first and saw seven or eight gun-smoke shots. When he went inside, I heard at least 20 or so shots, but I couldn't really tell because I was yelling and screaming myself for somebody to call the police. So he went in there shooting," he said. "... I'm still kind of [shaken] up."
His aunt was inside the store, Lewis said.
"I still don't even believe it happened," he said.
17 min ago
New York officials react to Buffalo shooting
From CNN’s Sabrina Shulman and Sarah Fortinsky
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul tweeted said she is "closely monitoring" the shooting at the Tops grocery store in Buffalo.
“I am closely monitoring the shooting at a grocery store in Buffalo. We have offered assistance to local officials. If you are in Buffalo, please avoid the area and follow guidance from law enforcement and local officials,” she said.
Senate Majority Leader "actively monitoring" situation: Sen. Chuck Schumer said he is "actively monitoring the situation with the grocery store shooting in Buffalo. We are standing with the people of Buffalo. If you’re in Buffalo, please follow the guidance of local law enforcement."
Local congressman reacts: Rep. Brian Higgins, a Democrat who represents parts of Erie and Niagara counties in New York's 26th District, said he was "horrified" by the shooting and that his office was in contact with authorities to offer "any federal support necessary."
NY attorney general calls shooting "tragic": New York Attorney General Letitia James said in a tweet that "all of New York is with Buffalo after this tragic mass shooting" and advised people to stay away from the area.
Niagara District Council Member says he’s “horrified”: Niagara District Council Member David Rivera reacting to Saturday’s mass shooting at a Buffalo supermarket posted the following statement on Facebook: “I’m absolutely horrified by the news of a mass shooting in Buffalo. My heart and condolences go out to the victim’s families.”
Stefanik "praying for entire community":New York Rep. and chair of the House Republican Conference Elise Stefanik tweeted that she is "very saddened to hear the tragic news of fellow NYers in Buffalo. We are praying for the entire community and law enforcement at this time.
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Alleged shooter in custody following what police say is a "mass shooting" at Buffalo supermarket
From CNN’s Sabrina Shulman in New YorkThe Buffalo Police Department has tweeted they have an alleged shooter in custody following a “mass shooting” earlier Saturday.
“BREAKING: BPD on scene of a mass shooting at the Tops in the 1200 block of Jefferson Avenue. Police say multiple people have been struck by gunfire. The shooter is in custody. Motorists and residents are urged to avoid the area," police said.
1 hr 14 min ago
County sheriff extends "condolences" following shooting at Buffalo supermarket
From CNN’s Sabrina Shulman in New York
The Erie County Sheriff’s Office has tweeted its condolences following what it called “today’s shooting.”
Authorities have not yet made public how many people have been impacted by what police have referred to as a “mass shooting” at a Buffalo supermarket on Saturday.
“The Erie County Sheriff’s Office wishes to pass along its condolences to the family and friends of today’ shooting. Sheriff Garcia has ordered all available resources and personnel to assist the @BPDAlerts,” according to the tweet.
