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Tragedy Strikes Seattle Food Fest: 2 Dead, 5 Hurt
27 Jul
Summary
- Two people were killed and five injured, including a child.
- The shooting occurred Sunday evening at a popular food festival.
- Thousands attending the festival sought shelter amid the chaos.
A violent shooting incident occurred on Sunday evening at the Bite of Seattle food festival, leaving two people dead and five others injured. The gunfire erupted around 6 p.m. at the Seattle Center, a sprawling outdoor events complex.
Among the injured were a 56-year-old woman in serious condition, a two-year-old boy, a 23-year-old man, and a 39-year-old woman in stable condition, along with another woman with minor injuries. Thousands of festival-goers who were sampling cuisine and enjoying games experienced panic and fled the area.
Witnesses described scenes of chaos, with people running, pushing, and falling as gunshots rang out. Many sought refuge in nearby buildings, including the Seattle Children's Museum. Authorities responded rapidly, securing the scene and urging the public to avoid the area.
