Downtown Seattle Shooting Injures Man

A guy was shot numerous times late Tuesday night in the Belltown district, prompting police to launch an investigation.

A male had been shot, according to a 911 caller just after 10 p.m., between 3rd Avenue and Bell Street.

When police arrived, they discovered a 53-year-old victim who had been shot in the abdomen and the leg.

Officers started providing first assistance before handing over the patient to Seattle Fire Department medics.

The victim was taken by medical personnel to Harborview Medical Center in critical condition.

Witnesses claim that the suspect made his escape on foot.

Two bullet casings were among the evidence that officers found on the site.

Call the Violent Crimes Tip Line at (206) 233-5000 if you have any information regarding this shooting.