Key Takeaways
- A 16-year-old boy shot two people in downtown Seattle before being killed by a licensed concealed carrier.
- The shooting occurred near the Four Seasons Hotel during a fight that escalated with gunfire.
- Two victims, aged 18 and 17, were hospitalized in serious condition following the incident.
- The armed citizen cooperated with police and was not arrested after the event.
- This incident highlights the importance of lawful concealed carry in responding to active threats.
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SEATTLE, WA — A 16-year-old boy who shot two people in downtown Seattle Wednesday night was killed by a licensed concealed carrier who intervened at the scene. As reported by MSN, the initial shooting happened around 10 p.m. near the Four Seasons Hotel on Union Street.
Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes said three people got into a fight when one pulled out a gun and shot two bystanders before fleeing the scene. A private citizen who was licensed to carry a firearm stepped in and shot the suspect.
Seattle Fire Department crews treated an 18-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy, both transported to the hospital in serious condition. The 16-year-old suspect was taken to Harborview Medical Center, where he died from his injuries.
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The armed citizen cooperated fully with law enforcement and was taken to Seattle Police Headquarters for a detective interview. Police confirmed the citizen had not been arrested as of the time of reporting.
Police activity closed all lanes of First Avenue from University Street to Pike Street while officers worked the scene.
This incident is a real-world example of why lawful concealed carry matters. A licensed citizen, present and prepared, responded to an active threat when police had not yet arrived. The ability of law-abiding citizens to carry a firearm is a fundamental protection that can make a direct difference in the outcome of a violent encounter.