Seattle icon, built for the 1962 World's Fair; landmark, observation tower
Two unidentified white men in their late 20s face trespassing charges after climbing over a glass wall on Seattle's Space Needle and BASE jumping to the ground. They entered the attraction around 8:50–9:00 p.m. on Friday, changed at the top, and jumped off, with authorities unsure of their landing.
Gunfire erupts at the Bite of Seattle festival at Seattle Center, killing two and injuring several others. A 15-year-old suspect is in custody; a second suspect remains at large. Police confirm no ongoing threat to the public and say investigations are ongoing as city officials review communication during the incident.
Three people have died and several others are injured after a violent shootout at a Seattle food festival near the Space Needle. Police say a 19-year-old suspect was killed, and a 15-year-old was charged with first-degree assault with a firearm enhancement and unlawful possession of a handgun by someone under 18. Investigators find shell casings from multiple firearms, and ghost guns are linked to the incident.
Seattle mayor has replaced Chief Shon Barnes with Deputy Chief Andre Sayles after a mass shooting at the Bite of Seattle left three dead and a 2-year-old injured. The mayor says Barnes is stepping down under pressure, citing communication gaps during the investigation. Investigators are pursuing other suspects as the city confronts public safety questions.