US: Police assert no evidence of active shooter, no injuries following reports of possible active shooter in Rochester, N.Y., May 20 /update 1

Event

Police in Monroe County, New York, have asserted that there is "no evidence of an active shooter" on Scottsville Road in Rochester following earlier reports of a possible active shooter May 20. No injuries have been reported in connection with the incident. Authorities have closed Scottsville Road between Interstate 390 and Paul Road amid the associated investigation. Officials at nearby Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) have confirmed that no flights have been delayed.

Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely in the affected area over the coming hours as the investigation continues.

Advice

Avoid the area. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent related transport disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.