Man Shot in Leg at Cal Anderson Park, Suspect Apprehended by Seattle Police
Seattle police apprehended a suspect following a shooting incident at Cal Anderson Park on Capitol Hill, where a 49-year-old man was shot in the leg.
Seattle Tacoma, WA, August 11, 2026 —
SEATTLE – A shooting incident in Seattle’s Cal Anderson Park on Capitol Hill resulted in one man sustaining a gunshot wound to the leg. Seattle police have apprehended a suspect in connection with the incident.
The victim, identified as a 49-year-old man, was reportedly shot in the leg. The circumstances leading to the shooting were not immediately detailed.
Authorities responded to the scene at Cal Anderson Park, a well-known public space on Capitol Hill. Following an investigation and apprehension efforts, police took a suspect into custody. The name of the suspect and further details regarding the arrest were not immediately provided.
The incident occurred in a public park, drawing police presence to the area. Further details regarding the investigation, including the sequence of events and any potential motives, are expected to be released by the Seattle Police Department as they become available.
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