Crime
Seattle Pioneer Square Mass Shooting Victims Identified
SEATTLE, WA — The King County Medical Examiner’s Office has officially identified the three individuals who were fatally shot during a mass shooting in Seattle’s Pioneer Square early Saturday morning.
The violent incident, which occurred in the heart of the historic downtown district, has left the community shaken and authorities actively pursuing leads.
According to the Seattle Police Department, officers responded to multiple reports of gunfire just after 1 a.m. on May 17 in the area of 2nd Avenue South and South Main Street, near the Seattle Fire Department Headquarters.
Upon arrival, officers discovered four gunshot victims. Two men and one woman were pronounced dead at the scene, while a fourth victim survived and is currently recovering.
On Monday, the King County Medical Examiner’s Office (KCMEO) identified the deceased as:
- Keilani Renae Harris, 19, of Seattle
- Briaun Keith Dinish-Lomelli, 27, of Seattle
- August Alfred Lastrappe, 24, of Seattle
All three victims died from multiple gunshot wounds, and the manner of death for each was ruled homicide.
At this time, authorities have not determined what precipitated the shooting, and no arrests have been made. The Seattle Police Department continues to investigate and is urging the public for assistance.
Investigators are particularly interested in locating the driver of a black Tesla, possibly a Model Y, that was observed driving through Pioneer Square around the time of the shooting.
Police believe the vehicle’s onboard cameras may have captured crucial footage of the incident or individuals involved.
“We know that these vehicles are equipped with video evidence and that they write over very quickly,” said Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes. “It’s important to get that information out now before it’s lost.”
Anyone with information related to the shooting or who may have been in the area is urged to contact the Seattle Police Department’s Violent Crimes Tip Line at 206-233-5000 or Crime Stoppers of Puget Sound at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Tipsters may remain anonymous.
The investigation remains active as detectives work to identify suspects and piece together what led to one of Seattle’s most tragic acts of gun violence in recent months.
TAUNTON, Mass. — One person was killed and seven others were injured in an overnight shooting at a house party in Taunton, Massachusetts, authorities said.
The shooting happened at approximately 12:35 a.m. Sunday at a residence in the 261 Weir Street area. Taunton police officers responded after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting gunshots.
When officers arrived, they found several people suffering from gunshot wounds. Investigators were also informed that additional victims had already been transported to area hospitals for medical treatment.
Authorities ultimately identified eight shooting victims, all of whom were reportedly in their early 20s.
One of the victims, 22-year-old Zirovick Depina of Brockton, was pronounced dead early Sunday morning, according to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
Of the seven surviving victims, one remains in serious but stable condition, while the others suffered injuries that were considered non-life-threatening. Their identities have not been publicly released.
The shooting occurred during a gathering at the residence. Images from the scene showed a tent and tables in the yard, along with white balloons and what appeared to be a photo backdrop near a garage.
A neighbor told authorities that large gatherings and loud parties had reportedly been common at the residence.
The home is located about a mile from the Taunton Police Department headquarters. The neighbor expressed concern about the shooting occurring in the area, particularly given the late-night activity.
The investigation is being conducted by Taunton Police, Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office, and other investigative units. Detectives are working to determine what led to the gunfire and identify those responsible.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact Taunton police or investigators with the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional information is expected as authorities continue gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.