Bail Set at $1 Million for Suspect in Seattle Officer Shooting
$1 million bail was set for a suspect in an "ambush-style" shooting involving Seattle officers following a high-speed chase in South Seattle.
Seattle Tacoma, WA, August 13, 2026 —
Bail has been set at $1 million for a suspect involved in an incident described as an “ambush-style” shooting that targeted Seattle police officers. The confrontation occurred following a high-speed chase that concluded in South Seattle.
Details surrounding the pursuit and the subsequent shooting were not fully disclosed, but authorities characterized the attack on officers as “ambush-style.” The suspect is now in custody, with bail formally set at $1,000,000.
The sequence of events leading to the shooting involved a high-speed chase through South Seattle. The circumstances of the chase, including the initial reason for the pursuit and the specific agencies involved, have not been detailed. Following the chase, officers were reportedly subjected to an “ambush-style” shooting.
No further information regarding the suspect’s identity, the specific location of the shooting within South Seattle, or the condition of any officers or civilians involved was immediately available. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Story summarized from the original created by Franque.Thompson@fox.com (Franque Thompson) on www.fox13seattle.com, see more information here.
