Mass shooting kills two in Seattle: US media

A mass shooting near the iconic Space Needle in Seattle claimed two lives and left at least four others wounded on Sunday. Among the injured was a child.

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thank the Seattle police officers who responded to the scene and took a suspect into custody

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson confirmed that one suspect has been apprehended following the incident. The shooting took place in a bustling tourist area, adding to the shock of the event. Police initially reported that two individuals were in custody, but this was later clarified.

Fire department officials, as reported by NBC News and CNN, confirmed the fatalities. Seattle police stated on X, formerly Twitter, that there were "multiple shooting victims" near the Space Needle observation tower, with "shots fired at the Seattle Centre." Mayor Wilson expressed gratitude to the responding Seattle police officers for their swift action in apprehending a suspect.

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There was information at the scene, they weren’t sure if there was more than one shooter

Harborview Medical Centre's trauma center is treating four patients. A spokesperson, Susan Gregg, identified them as a child, a woman undergoing surgery, a 23-year-old man, and a 39-year-old woman. Gregg noted that there was initial uncertainty at the scene about whether more than one shooter was involved, with police expected to release further details.

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multiple shooting victims

The shooting unfolded during the "Bite of Seattle" summer festival, a popular event showcasing local businesses and food vendors. A reporter from The Seattle Times recounted hearing several loud noises, described as rapid gunfire, amidst the festival atmosphere.

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Shots fired at the Seattle Centre