Tops Friendly Markets has issued a statement following the deadly mass shooting at one of its Buffalo stores Saturday afternoon.

"The Tops family is heartbroken over the senseless violence that impacted our associates and customers at our store on Jefferson Avenue.

We are working quickly to make sure that all of our associates have access to counseling and support that they may need.

Tops has been committed to this community and to the city of Buffalo for decades and this tragedy will not change that commitment. We are working to find alternatives for our customers in this community while the store is closed and will provide updates in the near future."

Tops also provided additional information later Sunday afternoon on how it plans to serve customers who live in the area and frequented the store.

"While the Tops location at Jefferson Avenue will remain closed until further notice, we are steadfast in our commitment to serving every corner of our community as we have for the past 60 years. Knowing the importance of this location and serving families on the east side of the city, we have taken immediate steps to ensure our neighbors are able to meet their grocery and pharmacy needs by providing free bus shuttle service starting today. The schedule today is from 10am - 5pm and then beginning tomorrow, Monday from 10am – 7pm daily from Jefferson Ave & Riley St. to the nearby Tops on Elmwood Ave.

We are also working closely with Council Member Ulysees Wingo Sr., who represents the Masten District, to provide free food and supplies to our neighbors via the Resource Council of WNY at 347 East Ferry St. in Buffalo."

The gunman who was dressed in military gear attacked shoppers and workers at the supermarket, killing 10 people and wounding three others. Most of the victims were Black. Officials said they are investigating the shooting as a racially motivated hate crime. Read more »