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Seattle Police Chief Resigns Amid Crisis | Charleston News
Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes has stepped down amid national scrutiny, just days after a deadly mass shooting at the Bite of Seattle, with Mayor Katie Wilson naming Deputy Chief Andre Sayles as interim chief. Barnes cited the need to refocus on youth gun violence, while the mayor blamed “real gaps” in communication following the tragedy. The move sparked backlash from city council members and the police union, who questioned the timing and stability of the transition. Meanwhile, Black community leaders rallied behind Barnes, calling his departure disruptive during a surge in violence…
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