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Cheektowaga man on trial for murder argues shooting was self-defense

Ava Martinez
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.

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Reporter · Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 11:19 PM · 1 min read
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Cheektowaga man on trial for murder argues shooting was self-defense — Niagara Falls Community news

Opening statements were heard today in the murder trial of Richard Walls, a Cheektowaga man accused of fatally shooting 20-year-old Rawnaq Ratin.

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