Introduction
In a disturbing incident captured on video, a violent attack occurred near the Seattle Great Wheel, involving a man who assaulted three individuals—two women and a man—who were simply trying to head home after work.
The incident took place on April 10th and has since led to charges being filed against the attacker. This attack has garnered significant attention, not only due to the brutality of the assault but also because of the suspect’s connection to a larger criminal case involving organized retail theft.
Incident Details
On the evening of April 10th, a brother, sister, and their cousin were leaving work near the Seattle Great Wheel when they noticed that a black BMW SUV was parked very close to the front of their car. This seemingly minor inconvenience led to a violent confrontation.
The man driving the SUV, dressed in an orange outfit, had his window down and took offense to the trio’s comments about the parking situation. The situation escalated quickly as the man exited his vehicle and began yelling at the group.
As tensions rose, the 53-year-old sister, who weighed approximately 110 pounds, attempted to de-escalate the situation by flipping the man’s phone out of his hand. In response, the man hauled back and struck her in the face with significant force, knocking her to the ground and rendering her unconscious.
Her brother, who had his hands up and was clearly trying to avoid any physical confrontation, was then attacked by the man. After assaulting him, the attacker turned his aggression towards the female cousin, striking her as well and dropping her to the pavement.
Witness Reaction and Emergency Response
A nearby resident, alarmed by the commotion, began recording the incident on her cell phone and called 911 to report the violent attack. Despite the severity of the situation, the attacker quickly fled the scene in his vehicle before law enforcement arrived.
The first victim, who suffered a severe concussion, took six minutes to regain consciousness. Thankfully, all three victims are expected to recover from their physical injuries, though the psychological impact of such a brutal and unprovoked attack may linger.
Suspect Identification and Charges
Following the attack, Seattle Police launched an investigation to identify the suspect. They ran the license plate of the black BMW SUV, which led them to a man named Dil DS. This name was already known to authorities, as Dil is the brother of Janice Downs, a woman previously charged with leading an organized theft ring responsible for stealing approximately half a million dollars worth of Lululemon clothing.
The attack on April 10th occurred just hours after Janice and her mother, Janice Wiley, were arraigned in connection with the organized retail theft case.
Law enforcement reviewed court footage from the arraignment and noted that Dil DS was wearing the same distinctive orange outfit that he was seen in during the attack. Further investigation revealed a photograph of him wearing orange at work, solidifying the connection between Dil and the crime.
Given the compelling evidence, including the video footage, witness testimony, and the connection to his known identity, the prosecutor moved forward with charging Dil DS with three counts of assault. Despite the serious nature of the charges, Dil has pleaded not guilty during his arraignment and is currently free, awaiting trial.
Conclusion
This violent incident near the Seattle Great Wheel highlights the unpredictable and sometimes dangerous nature of everyday interactions. What began as a minor parking dispute quickly escalated into a brutal attack, leaving three innocent people injured.
Thanks to the quick actions of a concerned neighbor and the diligent work of Seattle Police, the suspect has been identified and charged. As the case moves forward, the victims and the community are hopeful that justice will be served, ensuring that such acts of violence do not go unpunished.