Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: Two people were killed and several people were injured in a shooting near Seattle Center in the US during the annual Bite of Seattle food festival, police have said in a statement.
“Police are investigating a shooting. Multiple shooting victims. Shots fired at the Seattle Center. More information to come. Please avoid the area,” Seattle Police said in a post on X on July 26 night (local time).
The shooting triggered panic among the visitors at the food festival. A massive emergency response was launched after police received the information about the incident.
However, the number of people injured was not immediately disclosed. The police also did not reveal whether any suspects had been taken into custody.
Seattle Center is a hub for entertainment and culture, featuring multiple attractions such as the Climate Pledge Arena and the famous Space Needle.
At that time, the venue was hosting the Bite of Seattle, which is one of the city’s longest-running and most beloved food festivals, according to WBAL-TV.
According to a report by CNN, citing affiliate KOMO, some witnesses attending the festival reported that they heard 7-8 shots inside the venue. They mentioned that people panicked upon hearing the shots and started running everywhere.
The police have not released any information on arrests or a possible motive.
The investigation is underway, and further details are awaited.
