27.07.2026 07:30
In a shooting incident at the "Bite of Seattle" food festival in Seattle, USA, initial reports indicate that 2 people lost their lives and 5 others were injured, including a 2-year-old child. Following the incident, the festival grounds were evacuated, and police launched a large-scale investigation into the attack.
The "Bite of Seattle" food festival in Seattle, Washington, was marred by a armed attack. According to initial reports, two people died and five were injured in the incident that occurred at the Seattle Center in the evening hours. It was reported that a 2-year-old child was among the injured.
FESTIVAL AREA EVACUATED
Seattle Police urged people to stay away from the area following the attack. The statement noted that multiple people were shot at the Seattle Center, and numerous police and medical teams were dispatched to the scene. The festival area was evacuated, and extensive security measures were taken in the vicinity.
2-YEAR-OLD CHILD AMONG THE INJURED
Seattle Fire Department Spokesperson Grace Nuñez announced that two people died at the scene. It was reported that among the five injured taken to the hospital, a 56-year-old woman was in serious condition, while the 2-year-old child and other injured individuals were receiving treatment.
INVESTIGATION ONGOING
Witnesses recounted hearing consecutive gunshots around 6:00 PM and described major panic at the festival site. While police continue their investigation into the motive of the attack, official authorities have not yet commented on whether the perpetrator or perpetrators have been apprehended.