At least 4 people, including a child, wounded by gunfire at Seattle festival, hospital says
At least four people, including a toddler, were wounded in a shooting near the Seattle Centre during the Bite of Seattle food festival. Police are currently investigating the incident, and one victim remains in critical condition.
Why it matters
The incident raises public safety concerns regarding large-scale public events and gun violence in urban areas.
At least four people, including a child, were wounded in a shooting on Sunday (July 26, 2026) night at an events complex close to the Space Needle in Seattle, a hospital spokesperson said.
Authorities did not immediately release more information. Police were investigating the shooting and urged people to avoid the area.
Harborview Medical Center spokeswoman Susan Gregg said the hospital admitted four victims including a toddler, a 23-year-old man and two adult women.
One patient was in critical condition, she said.
The Seattle Centre was hosting the Bite of Seattle food festival over the weekend.
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