BUFFALO, N.Y. — A threat posted on social media is being investigated by multiple police agencies in Western New York.
Cheektowaga Police and Amherst Police say they are aware of the threat and are working with law enforcement partners to investigate the threat.
Cheektowaga Police say they have increased patrols in their community. They posted this message on their Facebook page:
"The Cheektowaga Police Department is aware of the threat shown below. There is an investigation into the credibility of the threats, and patrol officers are monitoring the situation at retail locations throughout the Town."
Amherst Police also issued a statement on their social media accounts.
"The Amherst Police Department is aware of the threat shown here. It is currently under investigation. We are working with all of our law enforcement partners as the investigation continues."
Mayor Byron Brown says the Buffalo Police Department is also aware of the threats. He says arrests will be made and they will be prosecuted.
