Tiktok Star Warned of Security Issues Before Seattle Shooting

WHO:

NY Post - A Washington-based content creator known as Leebo expressed concerns about security.

Newsweek - Caleb Mitchell, a TikTok user, raised alarms regarding security at the event.

WHAT:

NY Post - A mass shooting occurred at the "Bite of Seattle" food festival, resulting in at least three deaths.

Newsweek - Mitchell claimed he was able to bring a handgun into the food festival without any security checks.

WHERE:

NY Post - The incident took place at the "Bite of Seattle" food festival in Seattle.

WHY:

NY Post - Leebo noted the lack of security measures, stating there was “no pat down” or security checks at the festival.

HOW:

Newsweek - Mitchell highlighted the absence of security checks that allowed him to carry a handgun into the festival.

(UPDATED July 27, 2026 12:07 UTC)

A tragic mass shooting occurred at the "Bite of Seattle" food festival in Seattle, resulting in at least three deaths. Concerns about security were raised by content creator Leebo and TikTok user Caleb Mitchell, who noted the absence of security measures, including pat downs and checks, which allowed him to bring a handgun into the event. This alarming situation has sparked discussions about safety protocols at large gatherings.