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New York state opens probe of social media platforms used by Buffalo shooting suspect

A suspect in the mass shooting in the parking lot of TOPS supermarket is detained by police. [Reuters]

New York state authorities have launched an investigation into several social media platforms they believe the accused Buffalo grocery store gunman used to plan, promote and broadcast the attack that left 10 dead, state Attorney General Letitia James said on Wednesday.

Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled several additional measures aimed at combating domestic terrorism, including legislation to tighten New York gun laws and a directive for state police to exercise their authority to disarm individuals deemed a public threat.

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