Investigation into Rochester crash shifts to potential domestic terrorism as driver reportedly left suicide note and journal, source reveals

Investigation is ongoing after a vehicle crash outside a New Year’s concert in Rochester, New York, is being investigated as domestic terrorism. The suspect, who has been identified as Michael Avery from Syracuse, allegedly left a suicide note and journal in his hotel room. The FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force is investigating after two vehicles crashed into a crowd outside a concert at the Kodak Center, killing two people and injuring five others. Both vehicles were laden with gas canisters, leading to a fire that took nearly an hour to extinguish. The Rochester Police Department bomb squad and the joint arson task force responded to the scene due to the danger level associated with the canisters. While details are limited, law enforcement officials are working to determine what led to the crash. The FBI and various local agencies are collaborating on the investigation. The Rochester Mayor expressed condolences to the families of those who lost their lives, and the rock band performing at the venue before the crash, moe., expressed shock and sadness over the incident. As the investigation continues, authorities are asking for anyone with information about the incident to reach out. This is still a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.

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