A man was stabbed with a switchblade in the Rainier House on Rainier Avenue South at approximately 7:12 PM yesterday. Emergency services swiftly responded, and the victim was transported to the hospital. His current condition remains unknown.
Seattle Police officers attempted to make contact with the suspect, identified only as Matthew, who barricaded himself inside his apartment, refusing to come out. Initially, the suspect communicated only through the door, declining to exit or cooperate.
As the situation escalated, authorities secured a search and arrest warrant, but further attempts to contact the suspect were met with silence. After prolonged unsuccessful negotiations, the Seattle Police Department called in the SWAT team.
The SWAT team employed a combination of explosives, loud audio devices, and ultimately a chainsaw to force entry into the apartment. The suspect was taken into custody without further incident. The specific charges against him are yet to be determined.
Authorities are expected to provide more information as the investigation continues. Updates on the suspect’s booking details and potential charges will be released later today.