19-year-old shot and killed inside Kent Station movie theater
Teen shot and killed inside Kent movie theater
Police are searching for a suspect after a person was shot and killed inside a movie theater in Kent early Tuesday morning.
KENT, Wash. - Police are searching for a suspect after a person was shot and killed inside a movie theater in Kent early Tuesday morning.
The shooting happened just before 12:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Kent Station AMC.
Kent Police said officers arrived within one minute and helped other movie-goers evacuate the building and get to safety.
Police said the 19-year-old victim, a Tukwila man, had been shot in the chest. One of his friends began CPR until officers and medics arrived and took over. The victim died at the scene.
According to police, the suspect and the victim were watching the new Transformers movie when the shooting happened.
Homicide detectives were called to the scene to interview witnesses and collect evidence.
"This was a chaotic incident for both patrons and responding officers. I want to commend the officers for their quick response in providing immediate aid to the victim, while simultaneously evacuating the theater. We have solid leads in this investigation, and I am hopeful that we will identify and apprehend the suspect soon." said Chief Rafael Padilla.
Investigators told FOX 13 News the shooting appeared to be targeted. The suspect has not been arrested.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Kent PD Tip Line at 253-856-5808.