Seven Injured in Shooting at Bite of Seattle Food Festival
A shooting occurred at the Bite of Seattle food festival held at the Seattle Center on Sunday evening. Gunfire erupted outside the Seattle Center Armory, resulting in seven individuals being struck by bullets.
Seattle Tacoma, WA, July 27, 2026 —
A shooting incident at the Bite of Seattle food festival on Sunday evening left seven people injured, according to reports. The gunfire occurred outside the Seattle Center Armory.
The event, a popular culinary festival, was taking place at the Seattle Center when the shooting erupted on Sunday evening. Preliminary information indicates that seven individuals sustained gunshot wounds during the incident.
Further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting, including the identity of any potential suspects or the condition of the victims, were not immediately available. The Seattle Center is a multi-building complex in Seattle, Washington, that hosts a variety of public events and performances.
The Bite of Seattle is an annual food festival that showcases local restaurants and culinary talent. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing.
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