‘Horrific violence’: 3 dead, 4 hurt in shooting at food festival

Three people were killed and four others injured in a shooting at the Bite of Seattle food festival at the Seattle Center. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. when two individuals began shooting at each other. Seattle police arrived quickly, providing emergency aid until the fire department took over. A suspect has been arrested, but another shooter remains at large. The victims include two men, aged 19 and 44, and a 56-year-old woman. The injured include a boy, a 23-year-old man, and a 39-year-old woman, all in stable condition. The shooting disrupted the annual festival known for its food and music, prompting Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson to condemn the violence. Two guns were found at the scene, but no surveillance footage is available. Police are seeking public assistance in the investigation. QUESTION: How might events like this impact the way communities gather and celebrate in the future? 

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