dailyloe.com – Police are investigating a homicide at the Nordheim Court Apartments, an off-campus housing complex for University of Washington students. The University of Washington Police Department responded to reports of a death at around 10:20 p.m. on Sunday night.
Officers are treating the incident as a homicide. The Seattle Police Department is also involved, with detectives investigating at 5000 25th Avenue Northeast. A public information officer arrived at the scene shortly after midnight.
The suspect is described as a man between 5-foot-6 and 5-foot-7 with a slim build, black hair, and a beard. He may be wearing a button-up shirt under a dark blue vest and blue jeans.
Officials encouraged anyone who sees the suspect to call 911 immediately. After the incident, residents of Nordheim Court were advised to stay indoors and secure their homes.
Later, around 12:56 a.m., authorities informed residents that they no longer needed to shelter in place, although the investigation remains active. The identity of the victim has not been disclosed.
University officials have acknowledged the incident’s potential impact on students and staff, offering support resources through the UW Counseling Center, SafeCampus, Husky Assist, and the Washington State Employee Assistance Program. This story is developing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
