Seattle police have launched a homicide investigation after a young employee was found shot to death inside a popular local taproom on Saturday morning.
The victim, a man in his 20s known affectionately by friends and colleagues as “Q,” was discovered by a co-worker arriving for a shift at The Growler Guys in the Lake City neighborhood just before 9:00 a.m. Authorities report that the victim had sustained multiple gunshot wounds.
Key Details of the Investigation:
- The Timeline: The business owner, Kelly Dole, believes the victim closed the taproom Friday night but may have returned several hours later. Surveillance footage suggests he may have been followed back to the establishment.
- A Community Staple: The Growler Guys is considered a “neighborhood staple,” and the news has devastated the local community. On Saturday, dozens of people gathered outside the business to leave flowers and pay their respects.
- The Victim: Dole described “Q” as a talented dancer and a “beloved” member of a tight-knit group of friends, including the owner’s own son.
- Current Status: No suspects have been arrested as of Sunday morning. Seattle Police Department (SPD) detectives are currently reviewing surveillance video and processing evidence gathered from the scene.
The taproom remained closed through the weekend as the community mourned. Seattle Police are urging anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact their violent crimes tip line at (206) 233-5000.
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