2 dead, 5 injured in shooting at Seattle Center during food festival: Officials
The shooting occurred during Bite of Seattle, an annual festival
Two people are dead and five others are injured after shots rang out at the Bite of Seattle food festival at the Seattle Center on Sunday, according to officials.
The Seattle Fire Department said responders were dispatched to the scene just after 6 p.m.
They attempted lifesaving efforts for two patients, but they were unsuccessful, according to fire officials. Both patients were declared deceased at the scene, SFD said.
The University of Washington Medicine's Harborview Medical Center said one adult female patient is in surgery and is in critical condition.
The other patients -- a male pediatric patient, a 23-year-old male and a 39-year-old female -- are in stable condition, according to the hospital.
A 40-year-old female with minor injuries from the scene declined transport to the hospital, according to fire officials.
The Seattle Police Department said they are investigating. Details about a suspect or suspects have not yet been released.
The shooting occurred during Bite of Seattle, an annual festival with food vendors and live music held at the Seattle Center.
Officials asked that people avoid the area.
Multiple agents from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Seattle field office responded to the incident, an agency spokesperson told ABC News.
The FBI is aware of the shooting, an agency spokesperson said.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
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