The Bellevue Police Department is continuing its investigation into a shooting that occurred on July 22 near the 400 block of 120th Avenue NE in downtown Bellevue.
According to police, the incident stemmed from a brief altercation between a 31-year-old man and a 52-year-old man in the parking lot of a nearby business. The conflict escalated and resulted in gunfire. Officers were dispatched to the scene around 4:45 p.m. after receiving multiple reports of shots fired.
When police arrived, they found one man critically injured in a white pickup truck. The individual sustained life-threatening injuries and was transported to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle. The 52-year-old man who discharged the firearm remained at the scene and cooperated with police.
After interviewing witnesses and consulting with the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, Bellevue Police released the 52-year-old pending further investigation. No charges have been filed at this time, though police noted that charges could be considered as the case develops.
Authorities say the incident appears to be targeted and not random. The investigation remains active, and Bellevue Police will continue working with the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office as additional information becomes available.
