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Police now believe 3 gunmen involved in deadly shootout near Seattle Space Needle
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk Gene Johnson, Hallie Golden, and The Associated Press , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News
· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Seattle Police Department is investigating the incident, with Assistant Chief of Investigations Nicole Powell providing updates.
A shooting incident occurred near the Seattle Space Needle, involving multiple gunmen. Authorities now believe three gunmen were involved in the deadly shootout. The Seattle Police Department is investigating the incident, with Assistant Chief of Investigations Nicole Powell providing updates.
Investigators think the shooting may have been related to gang activity. Further details about the incident are available from the Seattle Police Department, including information shared by Assistant Chief Powell at a news conference. The investigation is ongoing, and the department has indicated that two groups may have been firing at each other.
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Category: safety Published: July 28, 2026 Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News Reading time: 1 min
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