Police are investigating the stabbing of a 26-year-old man in North Seattle

The Seattle Police Department is investigating a stabbing incident that left a 26-year-old man in critical condition in North Seattle. This violent event occurred on the night of December 6, 2024, near Licton Springs Park. Officers responded to reports of the attack and found the victim with a stab wound to his chest, receiving immediate medical treatment before being rushed to Harborview Medical Center. The suspect is described as a tall, clean-shaven male wearing a gray jacket, who fled the scene running north on Ashworth Avenue North. Despite extensive searches by police, including a K9 unit and a helicopter, the suspect remains at large.

The SPD is appealing to the public for any information that could assist in locating the suspect, encouraging individuals to call 911 or the SPD Violent Crimes Tip Line. This incident underscores ongoing concerns about crime in Seattle and the need for community vigilance.