Seattle police triaged a victim that was seriously injured by a knife attack during a thunderstorm near Pier 66 on August 17th.
At 9:22 p.m., patrol officers responded to a report of a male that was stabbed in the 2200 block of Alaskan Way. Police arrived on scene and located him suffering from multiple stab wounds.
Officers secured the scene and provided emergency medical aid until the Seattle Fire Department arrived and continued treatment. The victim, 56, was stabilized and transported to Harborview Medical Center via Medic One transport. He sustained serious injuries and required surgery.
Offices determined the victim was riding a scooter and parked it near the pier. The suspect approached him and violently attacked him. The suspect fled the scene and was not located by responding officers. No arrests have been made at this time.
This is an open and active investigation. Detectives with the Homicide & Assault unit have been assigned to this case.
If anyone has information about this incident, please call SPD Violent Crimes Tip Line at (206) 233-5000 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
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