UPDATE Northbound I-5 near Southcenter to reopen after freeway shooting determined to be from inside vehicle

Northbound I-5 near Southcenter will reopen after a shooting incident on June 27, 2025, that left one person injured. The Washington State Patrol (WSP) identified that the gunfire originated from inside the victim's vehicle, striking the victim in the leg. Following the incident, Troopers shut down the northbound lanes of the freeway to ensure public safety and facilitate the investigation. WSP confirmed there are no other suspects or vehicles involved, alleviating concerns of an ongoing threat to the community. "The roadway will be reopened shortly," WSP stated, emphasizing public safety is not at risk.

Further information regarding the victim's condition remains undisclosed as detectives continue their investigation. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety and gun violence in urban areas. The swift response from law enforcement aims to reassure the public and restore normal traffic flow.