Police responded to reports of gunfire at the Bite of Seattle event, held at Seattle Center, where attendees were gathered for a weekend festival. Assistant Chief Tyrone Davis of the Seattle Police Department described the scene as a shooting with multiple victims. Authorities confirmed the fatalities and injuries as the investigation progressed.
The suspect’s arrest came after police identified a 15-year-old individual as a person of interest and moved to detain them in connection with the incident. No additional details about the suspect’s identity or motive were released by city officials as of Monday.
Mayor of Seattle commented on the ongoing investigation, expressing condolences to victims and their families. The mayor also noted that officials would review security measures at large public events to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Emergency medical crews treated victims at the scene and transported several people to local hospitals for further care. The condition of those wounded was not immediately disclosed, and hospital officials have not released updates on the status of the injured.
Authorities closed the area around Seattle Center while investigators collected evidence and interviewed witnesses. Police urged anyone with information or footage from the scene to come forward to assist with the investigation.
The Bite of Seattle festival, which typically draws thousands of attendees to enjoy food and entertainment, was disrupted by the shooting, prompting the rapid deployment of patrols and investigative resources. Local officials stressed that investigations remain active and that details, including the victim counts and the nature of the injuries, could change as more information becomes available. No additional arrests have been announced as of Monday.