The Seattle Police Department is releasing body-worn video and the audio of a 911 call associated with Tuesday’s officer-involved shooting. SPD responded to a call from a witness about a man actively firing shots outside of a building Downtown. SPD officers arrived to find security guards already contacting the suspect. As officers began giving the man orders, he picked up his rifle and charged at officers.
Five officers shot at the suspect who was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Force Investigation Team continues to investigate.
The five involved officers are: Zachary Backman, hired in 2018. Elijah Banks, hired in 2019. Stephen Englund, hired in 2019. Danielle Fine, hired in 2010. Nicholas Soldati, hired in 2018.
Seattle Police Shoot, Kill Man With Long Gun Outside Federal Office Building Downtown – https://t.co/GcYCDX0LRD pic.twitter.com/ssvPU5EtGX
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