Detectives are investigating after a male was shot and seriously injured in the Central District Monday Afternoon.
Shortly after 2:30 p.m., dispatch received a call about a 47-year-old male shot in the 300 block of 23rd Avenue South. Police arrived and a found male with multiple gunshot wounds. Officers provided aid until the Seattle Fire Department arrived. The victim was transported to Harborview Medical Center in serious condition.
No suspects have been identified, and it is not known what led up to the shooting. Gun Violence Reduction Unit detectives are leading the investigation.
The Seattle Police Department will have extra patrol emphasis in the area including officers and community service officers.
If anyone has information, please contact SPD’s Violent Crimes Tip Line at (206) 233-5000.
