Buffalo Police arrested Savoi Henlon, 19, charging him with weapon possession on a campus after shots were reportedly fired near the SUNY Buffalo State campus. The incident occurred on July 23, 2026, and led to a search for the suspect, resulting in lockdowns in the area. According to reports, a suspect search was initiated after the shots were fired, and Henlon was taken into custody.
The Buffalo Police department has not released further details on the incident. The area near SUNY Buffalo State is typically bustling with students and faculty, and the incident has raised concerns about safety in the community. Residents in the surrounding neighborhoods, such as South Buffalo homeowners, are likely to be affected by the increased police presence in the area.
As the investigation continues, parents in the Williamsville district and small business owners on Hertel Ave may be watching the situation closely. The Buffalo Police department will likely provide updates on the incident in the coming days. A court date for Henlon has not been announced, but residents can expect to see increased police patrols in the area near SUNY Buffalo State in the meantime.