7 injured & 1 dead , including 9-year-old boy, in mass shooting on downtown Seattle sidewalk
Eyewitnesses said that suddenly about nine shots rang out, after which people ran in different directions in an attempt to escape.
The specific culprit has not yet been established. Initially, it was assumed that this was a man, but later the police admitted that there could be several shooters. It was not possible to detain anyone yet.
As a result of the shooting, a man died and five more were injured.
Police are searching for a suspect who has fled the scene.
It is noted that the suspect in the shooting disappeared, and he is currently being sought. The scene of the incident is cordoned off, an investigation has begun.
Update:
According to media reports, the victims were hospitalized. According to firefighters, a 55-year-old woman is in critical condition, and a 9-year-old boy is in critical condition. The condition of the remaining three victims – 35-year-old and 34-year-old men and a 21-year-old guy – is stable.
Officers investigating shooting near 4th and Pine. Multiple victims. The suspect has fled, and police are searching for him. Officers and medics are providing first aid to the injured. Additional information to come.
— Seattle Police Dept. (@SeattlePD) January 23, 2020
Just heartbreaking.
Among the 8 victims of the #seattleshooting is an 8-year-old boy, now listed in #serious condition. One person was killed. Shooter is still on the loose. #Q13FOX pic.twitter.com/eSIKMP2c8C— Matt Lorch (@MattLorchQ13Fox) January 23, 2020
Update: 3rd Ave has reopened at Pine following downtown shooting that left 1 woman dead & injured 7 others. Right now McDonald’s is boarding up windows apparently shattered by the gunfire. @KIRO7Seattle pic.twitter.com/4pmp1K50Di
— Michael Spears (@MichaelKIRO7) January 23, 2020
Detectives are investigating after six people were wounded by gunfire, one fatally, at 3rd and Pine. The suspect(s) fled the scene. If you have information about this incident, please call our tip line at (206) 233-5000
— Seattle Police Dept. (@SeattlePD) January 23, 2020
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When the madmen get their weapons, and after all, only a rally was held in support of the legalization of weapons …
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