Gunfire broke the early morning tranquility at Dr. Jose Rizal Park this Sunday, resulting in one man being sent to the hospital with a gunshot wound. The incident occurred at approximately 2:30 a.m. and left the victim in stable condition after being rushed to Harborview Medical Center, according to the Seattle Police Department.
Initial calls to dispatch indicated that a male with a gunshot wound was already being driven to receive medical aid. Upon arriving at the hospital, Seattle Fire Department medics took over to quickly provide emergency care, as per the Seattle Police Department. Police have yet to release any information regarding a potential suspect or motive for the shooting, but they have actively responded to the park to thoroughly investigate every possible angle.
No other individuals were harmed in the shooting, as police found no additional victims at the scene, as detailed by the Seattle Police Department. Investigators, however, did discover evidence of the violence that had transpired, with several shell casings scattered across the park grounds—silent witnesses to the night's events.
Details are still unfolding as the incident continues to be under police investigation, and authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward to assist in bringing the perpetrator to justice. The Seattle Police Department's blog post assures the public that updates will follow as more information becomes available.
-1.webp?w=160&h=400&fit=crop&crop=edges)
