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Seattle Mayor Fires Police Chief After Festival Shooting | Dover News
Seattle’s mayor shocks the city by firing police chief Adrian Barnes—Seattle’s second Black chief—just days after a deadly shooting at the Bite of Seattle festival that killed two. While the mayor credits Barnes for boosting recruitment and reducing downtown crime, she offers no clear reason for his ouster, citing “multiple factors” and the tragic weekend as key influences. Critics—including Black community groups, business leaders, and City Council members—are outraged, questioning the decision. In her press conference, Mayor Wilson praised Barnes’ service but asserted her superior insight…
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