Seattle police are actively searching for a suspect responsible for a deadly shooting that occurred in the Lake City neighborhood on Friday evening. The incident took place around 8 p.m. in the 12000 block of 40th Avenue Northeast, where officers responded to reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, officers discovered a man in his 20s lying in the roadway with gunshot wounds. Despite emergency efforts, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The Seattle Police Department has not yet released the identity of the deceased individual. This tragic event marks Seattle's first homicide of July 2026, ending a historic period where the city experienced its first homicide-free June since 1970. Investigators are currently looking for the suspect, who fled the scene before law enforcement arrived. Detectives are also searching for the vehicle believed to be involved in the shooting, though no specific descriptions of the suspect or the vehicle have been released to the public at this time. No arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the suspect's whereabouts or the vehicle involved to come forward. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the Seattle Police Department. The community is mourning the loss of life as the investigation continues to gather evidence and identify the person responsible for this fatal incident.