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San Francisco police responding to a Trader Joe’s theft chased a suspect who resisted and fled; all three were struck by a vehicle, with one officer pinned beneath it. Firefighters freed the officer and all three were hospitalized; the theft suspect died from injuries, while the two officers have non-life-threatening injuries. The driver remained on scene and is cooperating; the investigation is active.
Seattle City Councilmember Kshama Sawant opposes adding police resources to the Central District neighborhood following a drive-by shooting near a day care. The owner of the day care criticized Sawant for not supporting the community, while advocates for the Central District have called for increased police presence. Sawant, who advocates for defunding the police, argues that increasing police funding has not proven effective and believes alternative strategies should be pursued. Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has pledged to invest in safety resources for the area. Sawant is not seeking re-election.
One person was injured in a drive-by shooting outside a daycare in Seattle's Central District. The victim, a man in his 20s, was shot multiple times and is in serious condition. The daycare will be closed on Tuesday for repairs and to provide counseling for the children.