Seattle police arrest armed man during New Year's Eve celebration
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Key Points:
- A 21-year-old man was arrested near the Space Needle in Seattle on New Year’s Eve while armed with a shotgun, pistol, and multiple rounds of ammunition during the city’s celebration.
- Police responded to reports around 7:20 p.m. of the man holding a partially concealed shotgun near the Pacific Science Center, causing alarm among spectators preparing for fireworks.
- The suspect, wearing black clothing and a red hat with “WAR” written on it, cooperated with officers and was found to have a valid concealed carry permit for the handgun.
- Authorities recovered the weapons safely, conducted a sweep of the suspect’s vehicle for explosives or additional weapons, and found no further threats.
- The man was booked into King County
