Shootout Erupts on Ninth Street in Niagara Falls, One Person Struck in Head

A violent confrontation broke out in the city's north end resulting in gunfire and one person injured, leading authorities to describe the incident as a “shootout.”

Niagara Falls Police responded to reports of gunfire around 3:50pm on the 3100 block of 9th Street.

According to police, the confrontation involved a Chevy Silverado and a Chrysler with occupants from both vehicles exchanging gunfire.

While officers were on their way to the scene, dispatchers informed them that a gunshot victim was waiting for them.

Responding officers encountered a male who had sustained two graze wounds, one to the left arm near the wrist and another to the head.

Emergency crews, including Niagara Falls Firefighters and AMR, arrived shortly after and transported the victim to a nearby hospital.

Investigators discovered close to 50 bullet casings scattered throughout the parking lot. A blue Chrysler at the scene showed multiple bullet impacts. The gunfire also struck a nearby apartment building with at least one round entering through a residential window. Fortunately, the apartment’s residents were not injured.

Witnesses reported that the gunshots caused panic among bystanders, including children, who fled for safety. One resident shared his experience, saying he hit the floor immediately after hearing the shots.

Anyone with information regarding the incident should contact the Criminal Investigation Division.

Shootout Erupts on Ninth Street in Niagara Falls, One Person Struck in Head