Seattle police investigate reported shooting near playground
Police respond to reported shooting at playground
Multiple shell casings were located on a playground in Seattle's Laurelhurst neighborhood Monday night as police investigate a reported shooting.
SEATTLE - Seattle police were at the scene of a reported shooting near the Laurelhurst neighborhood Monday night.
What we know:
It happened just before 9 p.m. at the Pathways Park Playground along Mithin Place NE, in the Bryant area.
Seattle Police patrol cars outside the scene of a reported shooting at a playground on June 15, 2026. (FOX 13 Seattle)
The scene remained active for several hours as officers investigated shell casings scattered across the playground.
Neighbors told FOX 13 they heard around a dozen shots before police arrived.
What we don't know:
There were no immediate reports of any injuries or if a suspect was in custody.
This remains an active investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Seattle Police Department Violent Crimes Tip Line at (206) 233-5000.
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The Source: Information in this story came from the Seattle Police Department.