Depew threat case part of broader rise in risk orders across WNY
Ava Martinez
Ava Martinez
Reporter · Buffalo, NY
Ava Martinez has spent over 3 years covering community issues in Buffalo, particularly focusing on social justice initiatives and grassroots movements. With a degree in Sociology from the University at Buffalo, she has a deep understanding of the societal factors impacting local neighborhoods. Ava previously worked as a community organizer before transitioning to journalism.
More from Ava →Reporter · Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 12:54 AM · 1 min read
Police use extreme risk protection orders to confiscate firearms in cases involving threats of self-harm of vuiolence against others.