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A gunman opened fire at the Bite of Seattle food festival near Seattle's Space Needle, killing three people—ages 19, 44, and 56—and injuring several others, including a 2-year-old. Police said two suspects exchanged fire; one is in custody and the other is at large, with no ongoing threat to the public. Two guns were recovered as investigators probe the incident.
Two white men in their late 20s climbed over the Space Needle’s glass wall, jumped from the 605-foot observation deck and parachuted away Friday; Seattle police are seeking them on trespassing charges, with their landing location still unknown.
Two people were killed and five injured when gunfire erupted at the Bite of Seattle festival at Seattle Center near the Space Needle; one suspect is in police custody as investigators work to determine what happened. Hospitals and local venues were placed on lockdown or closed as authorities urged the public to avoid the area while the investigation continues.
Two men in their late 20s allegedly climbed over the Space Needle's glass wall, jumped off the 605-foot landmark, and fled after entering the public attraction. Police say the jumpers may have landed somewhere unknown; injuries are not confirmed. The suspects, who bought tickets to enter, face trespassing charges and remain at large as Seattle Police investigate; tips can be called in at 206-625-5011. The incident follows recent high-profile base jumping deaths in Utah.
Several people were shot Sunday night at the Bite of Seattle festival at Seattle Center, near the Space Needle. Harborview Medical Center said it would receive injured attendees; witnesses told CNN affiliate KOMO they heard seven to eight shots as people ran for safety. The Seattle Center Monorail was closed for the rest of the day, and officials urged the public to avoid the area. This is a developing story with more information to come.
Two individuals climbed over the Space Needle’s barriers and jumped from the observation deck Friday, triggering trespassing charges; the stunt was captured in multiple social media videos and is under investigation.
Seattle will host FIFA World Cup matches for the first time in 2026, spotlighting landmarks like Lumen Field, Pike Place Market, the Space Needle, the Seattle Aquarium and the Overlook Walk, with Mount Rainier visible over Elliott Bay as the Emerald Cityprepares to welcome soccer fans.