Man Struck by Gunfire at Youth Football Game, Suspect Taken into Custody

A youth football game in Buffalo was thrown into chaos after a Rochester man was struck by gunfire on Sunday, September 15th. Shortly after 11:30am, Buffalo Police responded to multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire at the youth football game.

Upon arrival, officers discovered a 31-year-old man who had sustained at least one bullet wound. The victim was immediately transported to ECMC by ambulance for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

Buffalo police recovered a firearm believed to be connected with the incident. Additionally, they have taken a suspect into custody. A motive is not clear at this time.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the Buffalo Police Department.

Man Struck by Gunfire at Youth Football Game, Suspect Taken into Custody