ry; the suspect was a customer Investigators said the suspect purchased a drink and was able to get behind the counter before attacking and shooting the clerk. Shortly after, the suspect left the scene on foot. What we don't know: It is unknown if the suspect got into a car and drove away after walking out of the store. The circumstances leading up to the shooting are also under investigation. What they're saying: Police said this is a concerning case given the details they currently have about what happened. We don't know if this was random or targeted, said Detective Pritchard. You know, they came into the store, they purchased an item - like I said - didn't take anything, so it wasn't a robbery. So, we're trying to find out if it was targeted or not. The killing has heightened safety concerns among local residents who note a recent pattern of violence in the surrounding area, including the Bite of Seattle shooting and nearby street racing incidents involving gunfire. It's shocking to see this kind of activity being allowed right next to let's call it the prized center of Seattle, said neighborhood resident Santosh Yelavarthy, adding that he feels sorry for the clerk in what he called a sad situation. What you can do: Anyone with information is asked to dial 911. If you wish to remain anonymous, submit a tip to Crime Stoppers through the P3 Tips App on your phone or call 1-800-222-TIPS. You can also submit the info at P3Tips.com. Crime Stoppers is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to his arrest. The Source: Information in this story comes from a social media post by the Seattle Police Department, King County Prosecutors, a Facebook post from the Kenosha, Wisconsin Police Department, statements made by the SPD's public information officer at the scene and original reporting by FOX 13 Seattle. MORE NEWS FROM FOX 13 SEATTLE Police: Man breaks into West Seattle home, eats food, arrested in bed Woman jumps out of car of fake rideshare driver after pickup in Seattle's Pioneer Square Last call: Seattle tiki bar Navy Strength closing after 10 years in Belltown SDOT provides clarity after 'surge pricing' video sparks concern 2 men charged with murder in Des Moines, WA deadly shooting To get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter .