Man injured in 'self defense' shooting in Seattle's Columbia City neighborhood

SEATTLE - Seattle police are investigating a "self-defense shooting" that happened in the Columbia City neighborhood Thursday night.

What we know:

A 33-year-old man was found shot in the chest around 6:30 p.m. near 38th Avenue South and South Angeline Street. Police and firefighters provided him medical aid before taking him to Harborview Medical Center in serious condition.

Police investigate a shooting that injured a man in the Columbia City neighborhood. (FOX 13 Seattle)

According to police, a 27-year-old man later called 911 to report his involvement in the shooting. Officers then arrested the suspected shooter and recovered his firearm.

During an interview with detectives, the man claimed he shot the 33-year-old because he forced his way into his ex-girlfriend's apartment and assaulted him. The 27-year-old is the new boyfriend of the victim's ex-girlfriend.

He then shot the ex-boyfriend in "self-defense," according to Seattle Police's Gun Violence Reduction Unit.

After the interview, the suspected shooter was released from police custody.

This remains an open and active investigation.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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