Three people lost their lives in an incident that unfolded at the Rainer Hookah Lounge in South Seattle, while six others sustained injuries.
The Seattle Police Department responded promptly to distress calls around 4:30 am on Sunday, Aug. 20, arriving at the scene in the Mount Baker neighborhood.
Upon arrival, officers discovered three victims with gunshot wounds at the lounge, where a chaotic situation had arisen.
Two people, a 22-year-old man and a 33-year-old man, were pronounced dead at the scene. A 30-year-old woman, critically wounded, was rushed to Harborview Medical Center, where she later succumbed to her injuries.
The scene bore witness to a collection of firearms, with five recovered by law enforcement. The investigation is ongoing, with the identities of the victims withheld, and any potential suspects yet to be disclosed by the Seattle police.
While police were at the scene of the shooting, the victims were arriving at Harborview Medical Center. Among the six wounded, a 23-year-old man remains in critical condition. Others, aged between 21 and 38, are reportedly in a stable condition.
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell extended his condolences and expressed concern over the incident, highlighting the persistent issue of gun violence that continues to affect communities across the nation. Despite the police department’s efforts, the prevalence of illegal firearms in unauthorized hands remains a pressing concern.