Special events commemorate 2nd anniversary of deadly Allina clinic shooting in Buffalo

Ashley Halbach KSTP

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Thursday marks two years since a man entered the Allina clinic in Buffalo and opened fire, shooting five people including one person who died, Lindsay Overbay.

A jury found the shooter, Gregory Ulrich, guilty on all counts in 2021. Ulrich was sentenced to life in prison.

On the anniversary, the community of Buffalo is holding a number of events for “Buffalo Strong Day.”

Burgers for Buffalo: the Buffalo Culver’s is donating a portion of Thursday’s sales to Buffalo Strong.
Purple Drink Cocktail Event at Parisian Corner. All proceeds will go to Buffalo Strong.
Free yoga classes at Live True Yoga.
Film viewing of ‘Angst’ at Buffalo High School at 6:30 p.m.
Appreciation beer special for first responders and health care professionals at Hayes’ Public House. $2 off a pint of beer, through Friday.

The phrase “Buffalo Strong” came about in the aftermath of the deadly shooting, and citizens came together to create a website and charity organization as a centralized way to help folks find events and resources related to mental health and wellness to help the community continue to heal.

Allina provided this statement on the anniversary of the deadly shooting at their clinic.

“Today, our Allina Health family reflects that two years have passed since the senseless act of violence that resulted in the loss of team member Lindsay Overbay, and physical injury and trauma to other team members at Allina Health Clinic – Buffalo Crossroads on Feb. 9, 2021.

In solidarity with our Allina Health Clinic – Buffalo Crossroads team and our extended Allina Health family, we will privately observe this day of remembrance. We continue to be deeply grateful for the love and support our Allina Health team has received from the Buffalo community and all the communities we are proud to serve.“