The Dunkirk Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Thursday night in the city's First Ward. Officers were called to the 100 block of South Gazelle Street shortly after 9:45 PM and located an adult male suffering from a single gunshot wound. The victim was taken to Brooks Memorial Hospital, where he later died. Police say the incident appears to be isolated and that investigators do not believe there is any active threat to the community, but the investigation is ongoing. Additional information will be released pending notification of family.
Dunkirk Police are being assisted by the Chautauqua County District Attorney's Office, Chautauqua County Forensic Investigation Team, Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office, Fredonia Police, and State Police. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Dunkirk Police Department at (716) 366-2266.
