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Man Charged in Violent Downtown Seattle Assault on Senior
10 Dec
Summary
- A 42-year-old man is charged with first-degree assault for attacking a 75-year-old woman.
- The victim sustained serious facial injuries and may lose sight in one eye.
- The suspect used a homemade weapon with screws attached.
A violent assault in downtown Seattle has resulted in first-degree assault charges against a 42-year-old man. The suspect allegedly attacked a 75-year-old woman near 3rd Avenue and James Street.
Prosecutors state the man used a homemade weapon, described as a wooden stick with metal screws, to strike the victim in the face. The attack caused serious injuries, and there is concern she may lose sight in one eye. Bystanders quickly assisted the woman and contacted emergency services.
Authorities apprehended the suspect within minutes of the incident. He has a prior conviction for assault and was identified as a "violent person" by law enforcement. The suspect was booked into King County Jail, and the weapon was seized as evidence.
