Seattle’s police chief has stepped down amid mounting pressure following a deadly mass shooting at the Bite of Seattle, with Deputy Chief Andre Sayles now stepping in as interim chief. The mayor cited communication failures after the attack—including a delayed presser and missed emergency alerts—as key reasons for the leadership change. While Barnes cited the mayor’s request and the city’s fragile state as factors in his resignation, some council members voiced concern that the timing is too volatile for such a move. The police union criticized the mayor’s office for turning a public safety crisis into political theater, urging focus on preventing future tragedies. Sayles, with over two decades of experience and a long tenure at the department, is expected to maintain stability as the city searches for a permanent chief.
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