Seattle SWAT team arrests man in connection to deadly Baker Park shooting

Seattle police have arrested a 20-year-old man in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred at Baker Park on January 26, 2025. The suspect was taken into custody by the SWAT team and is charged with robbery and murder, with a firearm and other evidence recovered during the operation. The shooting, reported early in the morning, resulted in the death of a man who was found unresponsive on a park walkway. In response to the violence, community members in the Ballard neighborhood have vowed to enhance safety measures in Baker Park, which has been a focal point of crime. A coalition of residents, business owners, and the North Precinct Advisory Council is actively working with local authorities to address safety concerns.

They have previously reclaimed the park after a series of crimes, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a safe environment for families and children. Community member Rudy Pantoja highlighted their ongoing commitment to keeping the park clean and safe, despite recent incidents. Investigations into the shooting's circumstances continue as detectives work to determine what led to this tragic event.