Three individuals were injured in a shooting that took place outside a funeral gathering in Seattle’s Central District on Tuesday (06 August). The incident occurred near 26th Avenue South and South Norman Street. According to police reports, the shooting happened in the early afternoon (local time), though an exact time has not been specified.
The victims include a 26-year-old man who was shot in the head and is currently in critical condition, a 30-year-old man who was shot in the right thigh and is in serious condition, and a 30-year-old woman who was shot in the buttocks and is in serious but stable condition. The woman has been transferred to Harborview Medical Center for further treatment.
Police discovered a dumped stolen vehicle near the scene of the shooting. This vehicle has been towed for processing as part of the investigation. Authorities are actively searching for the suspects involved in the shooting, but no arrests have been made as of now. The investigation is ongoing, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
This violent incident has shaken the community, particularly as it occurred during a gathering meant to mourn the loss of a loved one. Local residents and community leaders are expressing their concern over the rising incidents of gun violence in the area. The Seattle Police Department has increased patrols in the Central District in response to the shooting and to reassure the community of their safety.
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