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21-year-old sentenced for gun charge in connection to shooting of 2-year-old

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21-year-old sentenced for gun charge in connection to shooting of 2-year-old

Emily Tran

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Emily Tran has been chronicling Buffalo's vibrant neighborhoods and community issues for over 10 years. She holds a degree in Journalism from Syracuse University and previously contributed to NPR’s Buffalo affiliate, where she developed a knack for storytelling that resonates with local residents. Emily’s passion for community engagement drives her to highlight the unsung heroes of Buffalo.

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21-year-old sentenced for gun charge in connection to shooting of 2-year-old — Buffalo Community news

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A 21-year-old was sentenced to 3 1/2 years in prison and an additional 2 1/2 years of post-release supervision on a gun charge in connection with the accidental shooting of a 2-year-old in Sloan in 2025, the Erie County District Attorney's Office said Wednesday. Marcus Oluwa Jr. previously pleaded guilty to [...]

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