Man shot and killed in Federal Way moments before deputies arrived for their wellness check of him

Man shot outside Federal Way gas station

Someone was shot and killed early Saturday morning as deputies attempted to check on a person seen behind a building in King County.

FEDERAL WAY, Wash. - Deputies were on their way to conduct a wellness check in Federal Way when they heard gunshots nearby and saw the alleged killer take off.

According to the King County Sheriff's Office, deputies were called around 2:40 a.m. to a gas station on the 3900 block of S. 320 Street near Federal Way.

Deputies were trying to check on a person seen on the back side of the property when two vehicles fired shots and then sped away.

Authorities said the person that they were actually called to check on was hit by gunfire. Deputies were close enough where they were able to quickly get to the man and try to save his life.

Unfortunately, the 27-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene.

Deputies followed the two vehicles, but they escaped.

Major Crimes detectives responded to the scene and an investigation is ongoing. No suspects are currently in custody.

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