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Suspect arrested for involvement in shooting at Campus Walk parking lot

Charlotte Pitman, Staff Writer
April 28, 2026
Devin Hogan
Buffalo Police Department responding to the scene at Campus Walk.

The Buffalo Police Department have arrested a suspect involved in last night’s shooting. The individual is unaffiliated with Buffalo State.

The event occurred in the Campus Walk parking lot just off campus between 11 p.m and 11:30 p.m. on April 27. No individuals were injured.

Students were made aware of the incident in an email from Buffalo State on April 28 at 9:59 a.m.

Students are encouraged to take safety precautions and reach out to University Police with any concerns or signs of suspicious activity at (716)878-6333.

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