Teen killed in Renton shooting, man assaulted by group in parking lot
RENTON, Wash. - Renton Police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened near the Cedar River Saturday night, along with an assault just before the shooting.
Officers responded to reports of a shooting on Airport Way near Logan Avenue S just before 10 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 19-year-old man with multiple gunshot wounds. Despite attempting lifesaving measures, he died at the scene.
Later, officers located another victim who said he was assaulted by a group of men just before the shooting.
The victim said the group, which consisted of men ranging from 25-30 years old, attacked him in the parking lot.
Renton Police say when the victim fled into a nearby business, he heard the shooting. When officers arrived, all the suspects were gone.
This remains an active investigation. Detectives are interviewing witnesses and gathering evidence.
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