Police Investigating Wednesday Evening Homicide Downtown

By Samantha Allen

Published: March 3, 2022 | 7:56 PM GMT

Police are investigating after a Wednesday evening shooting Downtown left one person dead.

At 7:12 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 1500 block of 3rd Avenue. Police arrived and found a male victim who appeared to be in his late teens or early 20s with a gunshot wound to the abdomen. Officers began first aid and then transferred care to Seattle Fire Department medics. SFD medics transported the victim to Harborview Medical Center in critical condition. The victim later died from his injuries at the hospital.

Homicide Detectives are at the scene and have begun their investigation. Detectives with SPD’s Crime Scene Investigation Unit will also be responding to document the scene and collect evidence.

Anyone with information about this shooting should call the Violent Crime Tip Line at (206) 233-5000.

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.