Seattle firefighter assaulted answering alarm call in Phinney Ridge, police say

A Seattle firefighter was assaulted after responding to reports of an automatic fire alarm in a Phinney Ridge building Wednesday, according to Seattle police (SPD).

Seattle police responded to 6119 Phinney Ave. N after a firefighter reported being assaulted by a suspect while responding to an automatic fire alarm in the building, according to initial information provided in the report.

One person was taken into custody, according to SPD.

It was not immediately clear what led up to the reported assault, and officials had not released information on any injuries.

This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.