A mass shooting occurred at the Seattle Center during the annual Bite of Seattle food festival on Sunday evening, resulting in at least two fatalities and five injuries.The incident, which took place around 6 p.m.local time, sent festivalgoers into chaos as gunfire erupted.

The Seattle Fire Department reported that a 2-year-old boy and three other victims were rushed to the hospital in stable condition, while a fifth person received minor injuries on-site.Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson confirmed that two suspects were in custody following the attack, describing it as an 'act of horrific violence.' Witnesses described scenes of panic, with some initially mistaking the gunshots for fireworks before fleeing for safety.Harborview Medical Center reported a partial lockdown to protect victims and their families, treating five individuals including the child.The Seattle Center has suspended its monorail service for the remainder of the day.Authorities have not yet disclosed details about the suspects or the motive behind the attack, with the investigation ongoing.The incident has left the community reeling, as a gathering focused on culture and joy turned into a tragedy.