SEATTLE, WA – Early this morning, a chaotic scene unfolded in Seattle’s Washington Park neighborhood as police responded to a distress call. Officers arrived at a residence near 302nd Avenue East and East Madison Street around 5 a.m. after reports of a domestic violence incident. Upon arrival, they found a woman with a gunshot wound who collapsed into an officer’s arms.
Seattle Police Chief Shawn Barnes reported that two officers immediately began administering life-saving measures. However, during this critical time, gunfire erupted from inside the house, targeting the officers. The scene quickly turned into an active standoff, with a significant law enforcement presence converging on the area.
One officer returned fire while others retreated with the injured woman. She was rushed to a nearby hospital, but her condition remains unclear at this time. The situation escalated as the suspect barricaded themselves inside the home, prompting a shelter-in-place order for the surrounding community.
Police have been actively negotiating with the suspect, attempting to bring the tense situation to a peaceful resolution. The SWAT team, along with several officers from the Seattle Police Department and other agencies, are on-site, coordinating efforts to ensure public safety.
As the investigation continues, authorities are working to determine if any officers were injured during the exchange of gunfire. The scene remains highly active, with officers moving strategically to manage the unfolding events.
Images from the site show a heavy police presence, with vehicles and personnel stationed throughout the neighborhood. The community remains on edge as law enforcement officials work tirelessly to communicate with the suspect and bring the standoff to a conclusion.
Updates on the woman’s condition and the suspect’s status are expected as the investigation progresses. Local residents are urged to remain indoors and avoid the area until further notice.