WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Highland Park gunfire incident (Tuesday afternoon update)

12:14 AM: Police are in Highland Park trying to sort out what they’ve described as a “chaotic” scene at a home in the 7900 block of 9th SW. No injuries are reported so far, but they were seeking a white Audi for what was described as “drive-by shooting,” and as we type this, officers briefly pursued what they believed was the car in question, southbound from 16th/Roxbury, but were told to end the pursuit (because the information they were getting at the scene didn’t necessarily merit one). Meantime, one person was detained at the original scene. We’ll follow up on this later in the morning.

12:41 AM: Dispatch just asked whether officers had confirmed gunfire at the scene, and they said they weren’t yet certain.

1:52 PM: Here’s the SPD summary of the incident:

At 2341 hours, patrol responded to a report of property damage in progress with possible shots fired in the 7900 block of 9 Ave SW. Officers arrived to a chaotic scene with opposing stories being reported with suspects possibly having fled in a vehicle. This vehicle was located and a brief pursuit was initiated until involvement information was determined to terminate the pursuit. Despite conflicting reports, investigating officers determined that a shooting had occurred and conducted a community caretaking search of the home. A male located hiding inside during this search was found to have a protection order with one of the involved parties. Evidence suggested that the shooting likely originated from inside the home. Consent was granted by the homeowner and a handgun consistent with the evidence was found hidden inside. The male was booked for FVNCO. GVRU and 253 were notified of the incident and arrest.

2 Replies to "WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Highland Park gunfire incident (Tuesday afternoon update)"

  • Von September 9, 2025 (6:52 am)

    I heard two gunshots, fired in quick succession at 11:41 pm. 

  • wheeee September 9, 2025 (8:43 am)

    I heard the gunshots as well. 4 police cars were there yesterday AM. They get called to that residence regularly.

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