1 dead, 1 injured in shooting at Tacoma, WA hospital

Tacoma police are actively investigating a shooting at MultiCare Allenmore Hospital, where a man was killed and a woman was injured on Wednesday. The incident began with an altercation outside the hospital, leading the suspect to follow the victim into the emergency room lobby, where the shooting took place. Authorities confirmed that the injured woman is in stable condition, but as of 8 p. m. , no suspects are in custody.

Hospital access is currently restricted, and no visitors are permitted on the premises. The Tacoma Police Department has not disclosed whether the hospital was placed on lockdown following the incident. FOX 13 Seattle has dispatched a crew to the scene to gather further details. The community is left shaken by the violence, particularly occurring in a healthcare setting where safety is paramount. Such incidents raise concerns about public safety and the need for enhanced security measures in local hospitals.