Artist Shot on Bus Aims for Recovery | Seattle News

Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 24, 2026 · 1m

A local artist is fighting for his life after being shot three times on a King County Metro bus — one bullet hit his heart. The assailant, Rashad Mackey, a repeat offender with a history dating back to 2004, was arrested five days later. Donald’s brother Robb says Donald is communicating with family and credits first responders for saving his life. A GoFundMe is underway to cover medical costs, as Robb urges people to remember Donald for his art, his mother’s influence, and his kind spirit — not the violence. He’s also eager to return to his studio and pursue hairstyling school. The…