Seattle Mayor Fires Police Chief Amid Criticism Over Mass Shooting Response
TL;DR
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson reportedly removed Police Chief Shon Barnes after mounting criticism over his absence from the city and the department’s slow public response to the Bite of Seattle mass shooting; Barnes left a vigil for victims and faced questions about residency and travel, with a Black community–led protest planned at Seattle City Hall as the department enters another leadership transition.
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- Embattled Seattle police chief relieved of his duties by democratic socialist mayor, Black protest planned foxnews.com
- KING 5 source: Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes out KING5.com
- Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes fired by Mayor Katie Wilson MyNorthwest.com
- Seattle Police Chief Barnes defends travel schedule as shooting investigation intensifies KUOW
- Community leaders rally for SPD chief Shon Barnes after reports of his dismissal KOMO
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