Multiple People Shot During Bite of Seattle Festival; Investigation Underway
A shooting near the Bite of Seattle festival at Seattle Center on Sunday evening sparked panic among festivalgoers as multiple people were struck by gunfire, prompting a large emergency response and an ongoing police investigation.
According to Seattle police, officers responded after reports of shots fired near the popular annual food festival, which attracts thousands of visitors each year. Emergency crews quickly arrived at the scene to provide medical assistance to the victims while law enforcement secured the area and searched for those responsible.
Authorities have confirmed that several people were shot, but they have not yet released the exact number of victims or provided official information on their conditions. Investigators are continuing to gather evidence and interview witnesses to determine what led to the violence.
Social media posts have claimed that three people were killed in the shooting. However, officials have not confirmed any fatalities, and those reports remain unverified. Police have urged the public to rely on official updates as the investigation continues.
The shooting disrupted what had been a weekend celebration of food, music, and community, sending attendees fleeing for safety. Authorities have asked anyone with information, photos, or video related to the incident to contact investigators as they work to establish the circumstances surrounding the