Seattle police are investigating a shooting that left an 18-year-old man injured after he reportedly was shot during an altercation at a barbecue in South Seattle.
The victim was later found in West Seattle with a gunshot wound to the abdomen and transported to the hospital, where he was reported to be in stable condition. Investigators are still working to determine the exact location of the shooting and identify the person responsible.
Incident
Officers responded Monday to reports of a shooting near 20th Avenue Southwest and Delridge Way Southwest in West Seattle.
When they arrived, they found an 18-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound to his lower abdomen.
Emergency responders provided medical aid at the scene before transporting him to Harborview Medical Center.
Police said the victim was in stable condition.
Statement
According to investigators, the victim told officers he had actually been shot about two hours before police located him.
He reportedly said the shooting occurred while he was “tussling with someone” during a barbecue in South Seattle.
Police have not yet confirmed the exact location where the shooting took place.
Investigation
Investigators are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
At this stage, police are trying to establish:
- The exact location of the shooting.
- What led to the altercation.
- Who fired the gun.
- Whether any witnesses or surveillance footage are available.
No arrests have been announced.
Response
The Seattle Police Department’s Gun Violence Reduction Unit is leading the investigation.
Authorities are asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact Seattle police.
As the investigation continues, detectives are working to piece together the events leading up to the shooting and identify those involved. Police have not released additional details about possible suspects or a motive, and the investigation remains ongoing.
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