13-year-old injured after shooting in Buffalo

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A 13-year-old boy was struck by gunfire early Sunday morning in Buffalo’s Allentown neighborhood, Buffalo police said.

Officers responded to the call shortly before 2 a.m. According to police, the male victim arrived at Buffalo General Hospital in a civilian vehicle after being shot near Main and High streets.

The teenager was then taken by ambulance to Oishei Children’s Hospital, where he underwent surgery, authorities said.

Anyone with information is asked to call or text the Buffalo Police Department’s confidential tip line at (716) 847-2255.