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55-year-old man found fatally stabbed in van in Seattle’s SODO neighborhood

Jul 15, 2025, 6:53 AM

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A man was found dead inside a van that was parked near 6th Avenue S. and S. Massachusetts Street. (Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)

(Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)

A fatal stabbing took place Monday evening in Seattle’s SODO neighborhood, the Seattle Police Department (SPD) confirmed.

A 55-year-old man was found stabbed to death inside his van that was parked near 6th Avenue S. and S. Massachusetts Street.

A friend of the victim was doing a wellness check when the man was found in his van, according to KIRO 7. The friend flagged down a transit police officer to report the stabbing.

“Despite all life-saving efforts performed by KCSO deputies, the victim succumbed to his injuries,” SPD stated. “The Seattle Fire Department pronounced the man deceased at the scene.”

The search for a suspect is underway.

Anyone with information is asked to call the SPD Violent Crimes Tip Line at (206) 233-5000. Anonymous tips are accepted.

This is a developing story, check back for updates

Contributing: KIRO 7

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