Man charged in concealed cane-sword attack in Seattle's CID neighborhood

In a concerning incident in Seattle's Chinatown-International District, 41-year-old Terrell Jones Fisher has been charged with attacking a 51-year-old man using a concealed cane-sword. The victim sustained a serious facial injury and was transported to Harborview Medical Center for treatment. Following an argument that escalated into violence, Fisher fled the scene on a BMX bike but was apprehended shortly thereafter. The use of a two-foot blade hidden within a cane has sparked increased safety concerns within the CID, a neighborhood already struggling with issues of violent crime and drug-related activities. Detective Brian Pritchard emphasized the intimidating nature of such weapons and noted the SPD's ongoing efforts to enhance public safety in the area through increased patrols.

Fisher’s criminal background includes assault and residential burglary, leading prosecutors to describe him as a continued threat. As the incident unfolds, local business owners and residents express hope that the heightened police presence will lead to safer conditions. Fisher is scheduled for arraignment, with public safety in the CID being a growing concern among community members.