- Three people have been shot dead at a crowded food festival in Seattle in the United States.
- Four others were wounded, including a toddler, in what city police believe was a shootout involving two suspects.
- One of the suspects surrendered to police after the shooting on Sunday – the other fled.
- Seattle Police Chief Tyrone Davis stated there was no ongoing threat to the public, but police did not have a description of the suspect who remained on the run.
- Police said the dead were two men, aged 19 and 44, and a 56-year old woman.
- The wounded, including a two-year-old boy, were in a stable condition in hospital.
- Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson described the incident as an unbelievable tragedy and a horrific act of violence.
Three people have been shot dead at the Bite of Seattle food festival, with four others injured, including a two-year-old boy. The shooting occurred around 6 PM local time, prompting a swift police response.126
Seattle Police Chief Tyrone Davis confirmed that one suspect surrendered while another fled the scene. He stated there was no ongoing threat to the public but noted that police lacked a description of the suspect on the run.4
The deceased include two men, aged 19 and 44, and a 56-year-old woman. The injured, including the toddler, are reported to be in stable condition at a local hospital.5
“What happened here today at the Seattle Center was an unbelievable tragedy and a horrific act of violence,” said Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson during a news conference. The incident has shocked the community, raising concerns about safety at public events.7
As investigations continue, police are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in apprehending the suspect who remains at large.
“The deceased include two men, aged 19 and 44, and a 56-year-old woman, while the wounded are reported to be in stable condition. Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson called the incident an 'unbelievable tragedy' and a 'horrific act of violence' during a news conference.”
