Columbia City shooting was self-defense, authorities confirm

Seattle police are investigating a shooting in Columbia City that officers say was an act of self‑defense.

A man was shot Thursday evening, the Seattle Police Department (SPD) confirmed.

Police officers were called to S. Angeline Street at approximately 6:30 p.m. after receiving reports that gunshots were fired. When they arrived, officers found a 33-year-old man who had been shot in the chest.

A short time later, a 27-year-old man called 911 and reported that he was involved in the shooting.

According to police, the 33-year-old man forced his way into his ex-girlfriend’s apartment and assaulted the 27-year-old man, who is her current boyfriend.

Investigators said the younger man then shot the ex-boyfriend.

Seattle police released the shooter from custody, but the case remains open.

At last check, the man who was shot was in serious condition.