Two Killed in Seattle Festival Shooting
Two people were killed and five others injured after gunfire erupted during a popular food festival at Seattle Center on Sunday evening, prompting panic among visitors and a major emergency response.
Seattle Food Festival Shooting
The shooting occurred at about 6 p.m. local time during the Bite of Seattle festival, held near the city’s landmark Space Needle. Police confirmed that multiple people had been shot and asked the public to avoid the area while officers secured the scene.
Witnesses described hearing several gunshots before crowds began running from the festival grounds. Emergency crews evacuated parts of Seattle Center as investigators started collecting evidence and speaking with witnesses.
Two Killed, Five Injured
Seattle fire officials confirmed that two people died and five others were wounded. The injured included a two-year-old child, a 23-year-old man and three adult women.
The victims were taken to Harborview Medical Center or treated by emergency personnel. One injured person was initially reported to be in critical condition, while several others were described as stable.
Authorities had not immediately released the names of those killed or provided updated medical details for every injured victim.
Police Investigate Seattle Shooting
Police continued investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting, including the number of people involved and a possible motive. No confirmed information about an arrest or identified suspect was immediately available.
The Bite of Seattle is an annual three-day food and entertainment event that has been held since 1982. It typically attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors to Seattle Center.
Officials urged anyone with photographs, video recordings or information about the shooting to contact investigators. Authorities also advised residents and visitors to follow official safety instructions as the inquiry continued.
