Man injured in road rage shooting in Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood

SEATTLE – Police and state troopers are investigating after an alleged road rage shooting in Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood late Wednesday morning.

State and city law enforcement responded to reports of a 43-year-old man shot in the back while driving near Denny Way and Fairview Ave shortly before noon.

Washington State Patrol reports the shooting occurred not far from the I-5 on-ramp. The victim was in his car when he reportedly cut off another driver near Minor Ave, and that driver is believed to have shot the victim’s car, striking him in the back.

According to WSP, the victim was alone in the vehicle, but his girlfriend made the 911 call.

The victim was taken to Harborview Medical Center for treatment, where staff say he is in stable condition.

There is currently no suspect in custody.

Washington State Patrol is investigating the incident.

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