Seattle Police Chief Resigns Amid Shooting Fallout | Seattle News

Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 30, 2026 · 1m

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…