Man, 19, dies in Auburn shooting

Officers found the man in the 1900 block of 22nd Way NE with a gunshot wound.

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A 19-year-old man was shot in Auburn and later died at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle.

According to the Auburn Police Department, at about 11 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4, officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 1900 block of 22nd Way NE. When officers arrived, they found a man with at least one gunshot wound.

The department reported that lifesaving measures were performed, and the man was transported to Harborview Medical Center, where he later died. APD reported Feb. 5 that no suspects have been identified yet.

Despite no suspects being identified, APD spokesperson Kolby Crossley said they believe there were multiple suspects, but he’s not sure exactly how many. Crossley said they are looking into various leads.

If anyone has any information about the case, contact the APD tipline at 253-288-7403.




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