Victim shot in the back on west side

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) - Buffalo Police Homicide Detectives are investigating an early afternoon shooting involving a teenager on the city's West Side.

Officers responded to a call around 1:15pm of a shooting at the corner of Grant and West Delavan.

Detectives believe the male victim was shot while in front of a bus shelter.

Apparently shot in the back, the victim was rushed to ECMC where his injuries are believed to be very serious.

A suspect is reported to have escaped riding a bicycle.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Confidential TIPCALL Line at 847-2255 or to text a tip to (716) 847-2255.

News 4 is on the scene and will bring you more information as it becomes available.