Tragedy struck the city of Rochester, New York, during a New Year's celebration at the Kodak Center when a horrific collision claimed the lives of three individuals, including the suspect. The incident unfolded shortly after a special performance by Buffalo rock band moe. to welcome the year 2024, which attracted a crowd of approximately a thousand people.

As the concert came to an end, a surge of concertgoers poured out onto the streets outside the venue, all eager to return home. Amidst the excitement and anticipation of the new year, a Ford Expedition SUV collided with a Mitsubishi Outlander, driven by an Uber driver, just moments after 12:52 am. The impact of the collision was so intense that it caused the Mitsubishi to burst into flames, resulting in the tragic deaths of the two passengers inside.

The chaos did not end there, as the Ford SUV, driven by the suspect, allegedly “intentionally” veered into a large crowd of pedestrians crossing the street outside the Kodak Center. This deliberate act left at least one person with life-altering injuries, further compounding the devastation of the incident. The motive behind the suspect's actions remains unknown, leaving investigators puzzled and searching for answers.

Rochester Chief of Police, David Smith, addressed the media during a news briefing on Tuesday, shedding light on the sequence of events leading up to the collision. According to Chief Smith, it appeared that the suspect had accelerated and crossed into oncoming traffic before deliberately driving into the pedestrian crossing. The intensity of the impact caused the Ford to collide with two other vehicles before finally coming to a stop.

Prior to the collision, Rochester police officers were already present at the Kodak Center, ensuring the safety and orderly departure of concert attendees. Two officers were in the process of assisting pedestrians when the crashing vehicles plowed into the crowd, turning a night of celebration into a scene of unimaginable tragedy.

Authorities have yet to release the identities of the victims, but the Rochester police have confirmed that the two individuals who lost their lives were passengers in the Uber involved in the collision. The community is left mourning the loss of these innocent lives, as investigators tirelessly work to piece together the events leading up to this devastating incident.

In a time meant for celebration and new beginnings, the city of Rochester finds itself grappling with the profound sorrow brought upon by this senseless tragedy. The community stands united in grief, seeking solace and answers as they mourn the loss of three lives and grapple with the incomprehensible nature of the Kodak Center collision.