Seattle taps interim police chief as search for replacement continues
TL;DR
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson introduced Interim Chief Andre Sayles at City Hall after Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes resigned earlier in the week; with a permanent chief still to be chosen, Sayles pledged to place more officers at events as the city continues its leadership search.
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- Seattle police watchdog fielded 60 complaints against Chief Barnes — two new investigations opened after reporter clash king5.com
- 'I have a different window than they do': Wilson responds to council criticism over Barnes' departure as Andre Sayles named interim chief MyNorthwest.com
- Seattle Police Chief Barnes has resigned; mayor makes it official after hours of silence KUOW
- Seattle’s Police Chief Resigns Under Pressure After Festival Shooting The New York Times
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