Western New York Police Investigate Possible Connection Between Buffalo Shooting and Cheektowaga Triple Homicide

 The Buffalo community is grappling with a rapidly unfolding investigation after a fatal shooting on Grant Street led to an arrest and raised questions about a possible link to a separate triple homicide case in nearby Cheektowaga. What began as an afternoon emergency call has now expanded into a multi-jurisdiction inquiry drawing attention across Western New York.

Police say officers responded shortly after 2:30 p.m. to reports of gunfire in the 1000 block of Grant Street. When they arrived, they found an adult male suffering from a critical gunshot wound to the chest. Emergency responders immediately began life-saving efforts at the scene, but despite their rapid intervention, the victim was pronounced dead.

Detectives from the Buffalo Police Department’s Homicide Unit quickly took over the investigation, treating the incident as an active homicide case. Through early witness statements and physical evidence gathered at the scene, investigators were able to identify a suspect within a short timeframe, marking a significant development in the case.

Authorities later confirmed the arrest of 28-year-old Saleh Mohamed of Cheektowaga, who has been charged with second-degree murder. Officials noted that the charge is an A-I felony under New York law, reflecting the seriousness of the allegation as the investigation continues to build.

What has intensified public attention is the potential connection investigators are now exploring between this shooting and a separate case in Cheektowaga involving the deaths of three individuals. Police confirmed that the same name appears in connection with the residence where those victims were discovered, prompting coordination between Buffalo and Cheektowaga law enforcement teams.

Despite these overlapping details, officials have stressed that no direct link between the two cases has been officially confirmed. Investigators from both departments are working together, reviewing evidence, comparing timelines, and carefully examining whether the incidents are related or coincidental in nature.

Meanwhile, the identity of the man killed on Grant Street has not yet been released as authorities continue the process of notifying family members. Community members in the area have expressed concern as police activity continues and more information slowly emerges.

As both investigations remain active, law enforcement is urging anyone with relevant information to come forward. Detectives continue to piece together the events surrounding both cases, with further updates expected as forensic results and interviews progress in the coming days.