A routine afternoon at the Fauntleroy ferry terminal turned tragic on June 10 when Seattle Fire Department crews responded just after 3:00 p.m. to reports of a person in the water near the 4800 block of SW Barton Street. Rescue units — including a fireboat and a dedicated rescue boat — located the man, pulled him aboard, and attempted life‑saving measures. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Washington State Ferries told KING 5 that the incident appeared to be a suicide attempt, though investigators have not publicly confirmed a final determination.

What Investigators Have Confirmed Since

The King County Medical Examiner’s Office has taken over the case, consistent with standard procedure for unattended or non‑natural deaths. As of the latest updates:

• The victim remains identified only as an approximately 66‑year‑old man.

• Cause and manner of death have not yet been publicly released by the Medical Examiner.

• Seattle Police and Washington State Patrol have not announced evidence of foul play.

• Witnesses reported that Cove Park, just north of the ferry dock, was temporarily cordoned off as authorities processed the scene.

No additional details have been released regarding how the man entered the water, and investigators have not disclosed whether surveillance footage, ferry crew observations, or bystander reports have clarified the sequence of events.