More incidents in the Buffalo Police Department
Incident
| Date | Mar 19, 2023 |
| Department | Buffalo Police Department |
| Address |
Delaware Avenue
near Allen Street
Buffalo, NY |
Incident Description
Buffalo Police Officer's recklessly left a sniper rifle on a tripod unattended at the edge of a rooftop overlooking a St. Patrick's Day Parade, and it fell to the street after an alleged gust of wind. The rifle fell within feet of parade spectators. It was then secured by another officer and removed from the scene.
Outcome
Buffalo Police confirmed the incident saying it did happen, and that Internal Affairs will look into the matter. No other information regarding disciplinary action has been publicly released.
Links
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Sniper rifle falls off roof during Buffalo's St. Patrick's Day parade
An Internal Affairs investigation is underway after an officer's rifle fell off a roof and onto a sidewalk during the St. Patrick's Day Parade on Sunday. - WGRZ | WGRZ Staff, Andy Paden
Videos
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Buffalo Police officer under investigation after his rifle fell from a building at parade
A Buffalo Police officer is under investigation after his rifle fell from a building during the St. Patrick's Day parade on Sunday. - WGRZ