Seattle Police Chief Resigns Amid Safety Crisis | Seattle News

Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 31, 2026 · 1m

Seattle’s Police Chief Shon Barnes has been ousted by Mayor Katie Wilson following a deadly shooting at the Bite of Seattle food festival that claimed three lives and injured several others. Interim Chief Andre Sayles will take the reins, with a major press conference scheduled for Friday morning to address the transition and public safety concerns. The move has drawn sharp criticism from City Council members, who plan their own review later this summer. With Seafair events underway, pressure mounts on new leadership to restore trust and ensure community safety as the city grapples with…