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Seattle Police Chief Resigns After Shooting | Seattle News
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- Jul 31, 2026
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Summary
Seattle’s Police Chief Shon Barnes has resigned amid mounting pressure following a deadly mass shooting at the Bite of Seattle event that left three dead and four wounded. Public outcry centered on the police department’s delayed response and lack of timely communication. Barnes’ lawyer said he was caught off guard by Mayor Katie Wilson’s request for his resignation, though the mayor hasn’t disclosed specific reasons. Deputy Chief Andre Sayles, with over two decades of experience including a prior chief role in Beloit, Wisconsin, has been named interim chief. A press conference tomorrow at 11 AM will introduce Sayles and detail the process for selecting a permanent chief, as the mayor reaffirms her commitment to transparency, trust, and community-driven public safety. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f6f442bd6475b3b6