Man, woman injured after shooting at Lakewood BI Marketplace
A shooting incident at the B&I Public Marketplace in Lakewood, Washington, resulted in injuries to a man and a woman on Friday evening. At approximately 5:20 PM, officers responded to reports of shots fired and found both victims with gunshot wounds to their legs. Local authorities stated that while the injuries are deemed non-life-threatening, the circumstances surrounding the shooting are concerning. The altercation began as a disagreement between two groups, which escalated when a man brandished a firearm and fired shots. Notably, the injured woman was an innocent bystander caught in the crossfire, highlighting the potential dangers of public altercations.
Following the incident, the shooter managed to flee the scene in a vehicle, leading police to launch a comprehensive investigation. Community members are urged to provide any information that may aid in identifying the suspect. As the investigation unfolds, more details are anticipated regarding the motivations behind the shooting.