Seahawks Fan Arrested After Violent Attack on Colts Supporters’ Bus Outside Lumen Field

Seattle, Washington – December 14, 2025

What was already a tense Week 15 matchup took a dark turn on Sunday, as a Seattle Seahawks fan was arrested following a violent attack on a bus carrying Indianapolis Colts supporters outside Lumen Field — just hours before the Seahawks’ dramatic 18–16 home win over the Colts.

According to law enforcement officials, the incident occurred Sunday morning in the stadium parking area. The suspect, identified as Daniel M., allegedly charged toward a parked bus filled with Colts fans and began throwing heavy objects at the vehicle, shattering windows while passengers were still inside.

Witnesses described scenes of panic as fans scrambled to protect children and elderly supporters, with shattered glass flying into the bus. Several individuals sustained injuries and were transported to a nearby hospital, though authorities later confirmed that all injuries were non-life-threatening.

Seattle police officers quickly intervened and arrested the suspect at the scene. Investigators indicated that alcohol consumption and extreme rivalry-fueled aggression were major contributing factors to the incident.

“This type of behavior has absolutely no place in sports,” a police spokesperson said. “Rivalries are part of the game, but violence like this puts innocent lives at risk. That line cannot be crossed.”

Both organizations swiftly condemned the incident. The Seattle Seahawks released a statement emphasizing that such actions do not reflect the values of the franchise or its fan base. The Indianapolis Colts echoed that sentiment, urging accountability and calling for respect among fans regardless of team allegiance.

Unfortunately for Indianapolis, the disturbing off-field incident was followed by a heartbreaking result on the scoreboard.

Later that afternoon, the Seahawks escaped with an 18–16 victory in a game that will be remembered more for its tension than its aesthetics. Seattle failed to score a single touchdown, relying entirely on six field goals from Jason Myers, including a 56-yard game-winner with 18 seconds remaining. Colts fans, already shaken earlier in the day, watched as a hard-fought defensive effort came up just short in the final moments.

The loss dropped Indianapolis further back in the playoff race, while Seattle improved its standing atop the NFC West. What should have been remembered solely as a gritty, defensive battle instead became clouded by an incident that underscored a growing concern around fan behavior.

A Stark Reminder

While the Seahawks earned a narrow win on the field, Sunday will also be remembered for the reminder it delivered beyond football. Passion is part of sports. Rivalries fuel the NFL. But when that passion turns violent, everyone loses.

As the Colts and Seahawks moved on from a bruising 18–16 matchup, the message from law enforcement and both franchises was clear:

Keep the rivalry on the field. Keep fans safe.