BUFFALO, N.Y. — A 38-year-old man shot on Buffalo's East Side is dead, and police are calling for witnesses to come forward.

The Buffalo Police Department says the homicide occurred just after 6 p.m. Saturday near East Delavan and Grider Streets.

Detectives say the man was shot multiple times and died later at ECMC.

Police beleive the man was specifically targeted in the shooting.

Anyone with information should call or text the Buffalo Police confidential tipcall line at 716-847-2255.