911 Cops report run-ins with Cal Anderson Anti-Fash Fourth Bash crowd

The Seattle Police Department encountered significant challenges during the Anti-Fash Fourth Bash concert at Cal Anderson Park, where they faced a hostile crowd estimated at 150-200 people. Officers responded to reports of overdoses and discovered an illegally carried firearm, necessitating medical assistance for multiple individuals. In a separate incident, police managed a situation in the Pike/Pine nightlife area involving a woman who assaulted security after being denied entry to a bar, resulting in her arrest. Additionally, a firework was reportedly thrown into a crowd, causing damage to a nearby vehicle. Police chased down a suspect at a Safeway who allegedly assaulted a loss prevention officer while attempting to steal items valued over $150.

They also investigated early morning gunfire near Judkins Park, which left bullet holes in a duplex but no injuries reported. These events underscore the ongoing challenges of public safety during large gatherings in urban areas like Seattle. SPD's response involved coordination with emergency services and other law enforcement agencies.