SPD Blotter: Man Injured In West Seattle Shooting

Press release from SPD Blotter:

January 19, 2022 10:15 am

One man was injured in a shooting in West Seattle following a dispute early Wednesday.

Around 2 AM, the victim was reportedly standing near 8th Avenue Southwest and Southwest Cloverdale Street when he became involved in a brief altercation with two people.

The victim later got into his car and saw the suspects drive past him and open fire, striking the victim in the leg.

A friend drove the victim to the VA Hospital on Beacon Hill and he was later transferred to Harborview Medical Center. 

Detectives are investigating. If you have any information about this incident, please contact the SPD Violent Crimes Tip Line at 206-233-5000.

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