Seattle police respond to Georgetown standoff with barricaded suspect
SEATTLE - Police are in a standoff with a barricaded assault suspect in Seattle's Georgetown neighborhood Tuesday morning.
The Seattle Police Department confirmed the incident with FOX 13 Seattle just after 8 a.m.
Seattle police presence in Georgetown
What we know:
According to SPD, there is a large police presence near the corner of 4th Avenue South and South Michigan Street as officers work to bring a barricaded stabbing suspect into custody. The victim is currently recovering at the hospital and is expected to be okay.
Officers have reportedly been on the scene since before 3 a.m.
What we don't know:
It is unknown what led to the standoff with police. FOX 13 has sent a crew to the scene to gather more information.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
The Source: Information in this story comes from the Seattle Police Department.
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