Katie Wilson identifies 15-year-old suspect in deadly Seattle Center food festival shooting
A 15-year-old suspect was arrested following a deadly shootout at the Bite of Seattle food festival near the Space Needle. Mayor Katie Wilson confirmed the teen was held in juvenile detention for investigation of firearms violations and first-degree assault. The shooting occurred around 6 p.m. on Sunday, causing a stampede of attendees fleeing the sprawling campus. Three people were killed in the incident, including two at the scene and one at a hospital. Four others, including a -year-old boy, were hospitalized with gunshot wounds. Acting Seattle Police Chief Tyrone Davis reported that two suspects were likely shooting at each other, though a motive remains unclear. Authorities are still searching for a second suspect who may have been among those killed. Police and emergency crews responded to the scene, where vendors and guests were caught in the gunfire. Mayor Katie Wilson described the event as an act of horrific violence, noting that the community is seeking transparency as the investigation continues.