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One Dead, Three Injured in Seattle Chinatown Shooting

1/18/2026

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Seattle police are investigating a shooting in the Chinatown-International District leaving one dead and three injured.
The incident occurred early Saturday near a hookah lounge.
Melissa Miranda, owner of Kilig restaurant, said safety concerns and repeated violence threaten local establishments.
Tanya Woo, a former city councilmember, called for action despite recent safety regulations.
No arrests have been made, and Seattle police are seeking information from the public.

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Seattle police are investigating a shooting in the Chinatown-International District leaving one dead and three injured.
The incident occurred early Saturday near a hookah lounge.
Melissa Miranda, owner of Kilig restaurant, said safety concerns and repeated violence threaten local establishments.
Tanya Woo, a former city councilmember, called for action despite recent safety regulations.
No arrests have been made, and Seattle police are seeking information from the public.