Police search for stabbing suspect after attack near Rainier Avenue in South Seattle

Seattle police are investigating a stabbing that injured one person Monday near the 8300 block of Rainier Avenue South.

According to the Seattle Police Department, officers responded to the area after receiving reports of a stabbing.

The victim sustained injuries described as non-life-threatening.

Authorities have not released the victim’s identity or additional details about their condition.

The incident occurred in the Rainier Valley neighborhood, near Sturtevant Avenue South.

As of Monday afternoon, a suspect had not been found.

Police are asking residents to stay away from the area while the search continues. Investigators have not released a suspect description, and it remains unclear what led to the stabbing.

“Please be safe and avoid the area,” the department said in a public advisory posted on social media.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Seattle Police Department.