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Man killed inside Seattle apartment; police looking for suspect

Aug 19, 2026, 8:16 AM

First Hill shooting apartment...

(Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)

(Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)

A man was shot and killed inside an apartment in Seattle’s First Hill neighborhood.

The shooting happened around 8 p.m. at 910 8th Avenue, according to Seattle Fire. This is a few blocks away from the Virginia Mason Medical Center.

He was pronounced dead at the scene.

It’s unclear what led up to the shooting.



The Seattle Police Department (SPD) said one person was killed, and that a “suspect is still outstanding.”

SPD has not released any suspect information.

It’s unclear if the victim and suspect knew each other.

This is a developing story.

Anyone with information is asked to call the tip line at (206) 233-5000.

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