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At least 4 people including a child wounded by gunfire at a Seattle festival, hospital says
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· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The incident happened while the Seattle Center was hosting a food festival.
A shooting occurred Sunday night at an events complex near the Space Needle in Seattle. Multiple people were wounded, including a child. The incident happened while the Seattle Center was hosting a food festival.
Police and emergency crews responded to the scene, evacuating the area. A hospital spokesperson reported that at least four people were admitted, including a toddler and three adults. One patient is in critical condition.
Further details about the shooting are available from the source. The investigation is ongoing, with police urging people to avoid the area.
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Category: safety Published: July 27, 2026 Source: Click2Houston General Reading time: 1 min
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