BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — The Erie County District Attorney's Office announced that 49-year-old Alfonzo D. Quinney of Buffalo was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison in connection with a deadly shooting.
According to the DA, on September 6, 2024, Quinney intentionally shot 28-year-old Elijah Mingo with an illegal gun on the 100 block of Northland Avenue in Buffalo. Mingo was pronounced dead at the scene.
In October 2025, a jury found Quinney guilty of one count of second-degree murder and one count of second-degree criminal possession of a weapon after approximately four hours of deliberation following a four-day trial.
“Elijah Mingo was a truly innocent victim of a senseless crime. He was attending a party with his co-workers when the defendant approached the group and ended his young life. There was overwhelming evidence in this case, which resulted in a jury finding him guilty of all charges. I hope that Elijah’s family feels justice has been served with this defendant receiving the maximum term of incarceration for his murder. They remain in my thoughts and prayers as they continue to grieve and heal."
- Erie County District Attorney Mike Keane
