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Seattle Police Arrest Man Armed with Knife Following Foot Pursuit

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On October 23rd, at 4:12 p.m., patrol officers responded to reports of a man brandishing a knife and threatening employees inside an auto repair shop in the 10500 block of Aurora Avenue North.

The suspect pulled out a knife and raised it towards the victim after attempting to enter a closed section of the shop. The 59-year-old man retreated and fell to the ground, he was not injured.

Officers located the suspect walking away from the scene. He disobeyed lawful orders and ran from police, initiating an extended foot chase through rush hour traffic.

When policemen caught up with the suspect, he re-armed himself with a knife next to officers. Police deployed a taser and arrested him. Multiple knives were recovered as evidence.

An officer sustained a serious leg injury during the foot pursuit. He was treated by the Seattle Fire Department and transported to the hospital in stable condition.

The 28-year-old suspect was booked into King County Jail (KCJ) for felony Harassment and Burglary in lieu of $75,000 bail. Additional charges of Obstructing a Public Officer may be requested.

The same suspect was previously arrested Sunday morning, October 20th, for harassing three teen girls with a large combat knife, he was released from KCJ the following day.

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Oct-29-2024
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