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Police investigate deadly shooting



Buffalo (WBEN) -- One dead, one injured following an overnight shooting on Buffalo's west side.

Buffalo police were called to a house in the 600 block of West Ave. just after 2:30 a.m. for the report of a shooting.

Detectives say gunfire struck a 23-year-old Hispanic male, and his 18-year-old sister as they sat on the porch at that home. 

The man was pronounced dead at the scene, while his sister is recovering in serious condition at ECMC. 

Anyone with information is asked to call the department's confidential tip line at 847-2255.  You can also text the department at that same number.  Tips can also be emailed to the department's website at www.bpdny.org.  

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