Buffalo Police trying to quash rumours there is a serial killer on the loose in the Queen City.
In a post on Facebook the force calls the rumour absolutely false
The fake news started on social media alleging a serial killer had murdered five women on the city's east side
It also said two minivans were involved and were snatching women up.
In at least two posts, the authors allege they were told by a co-worker who has an uncle who is a Buffalo police officer
Province Investing Against Invasive Species
The $2-million will help the Niagara region
Niagara Driver Charged with Drug Impairment
OPP say this happened on Highway 17, when a car was seen weaving all over the road
Welland Man Arrested for Child Porn
Police say they noticed child sexual abuse material shared on a social media page early this month
28 More Doctors Hired in Niagara
The region and Niagara Health coordinating new partnership to find even more doctors
Killed Police Officers Honoured by NRP
Police Chief praised Niagara members for standing at attention in 'pounding rain'
Niagara Wineries Shuttle Service Possible
The CUTRIC hopes the province supports helping people move among wineries
Canal Days Vendors Warned of Scams
The City of Port Colborne says criminals are sending fraud emails for payment
Niagara Falls Exploring Hub to Help Homeless
Former CAO Ken Todd has been meeting with community groups