1 killed in shooting at downtown Seattle apartment building

Published August 18, 2026 8:56 PM PDT

One person was shot and killed in a downtown Seattle apartment building Tuesday night, according to Seattle police.

What we know:

The Seattle Police Department first posted about the shooting just before 8:45 p.m.

Police confirmed one person was killed in a shooting inside an apartment building at 8th Avenue and Marion Street. Homicide detectives are on scene.

There is currently no suspect in custody. The public is asked to avoid the area.

First Hill Homicide Investigation

Seattle police patrol cars parked outside a homicide scene at 8th and Marion in Seattle's First Hill neighborhood.

What we don't know:

Police did not immediately provide a description of the suspect. There is currently no information about the victim or what led up to the shooting.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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The Source: Information in this story came from the Seattle Police Department.

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