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Seattle Police Chief Resigns Amid Shooting Fallout | Seattle News
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- Jul 30, 2026
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Summary
Seattle’s police chief, Shon Barnes, has resigned amid public backlash following a deadly mass shooting at the Bite of Seattle event, where three died and four were injured. The incident exposed delays in police response and poor communication, compounded by Barnes’ absence during the crisis—he was out of town at a conference. Though he praised his officers and called it an honor to serve, city officials and community groups voiced disappointment, citing instability and stalled progress on crime reduction. The Downtown Seattle Association lauded his leadership and collaborative spirit, while the mayor thanked him for his service and emphasized the urgent need to tackle youth gun violence. Now, Seattle faces the challenge of selecting a new chief to steer the department forward. 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/fb354e19d0077ecc