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Seattle’s Police Chief Shon Barnes has resigned amid mounting pressure following deadly shootings at Seattle Center and criticism over his absence during the crisis. Mayor Katie Wilson accepted his departure, praising his service while signaling a shift toward her vision of inclusive public safety. The move has deepened tensions between the mayor and City Council leaders, who had backed Barnes and expressed disappointment at his exit. Deputy Chief Andre Sayles now serves as interim chief as Seattle begins searching for a new leader to steer the department through its challenges — including youth gun violence, staffing issues, and community trust. With Barnes’ tenure marked by both progress and controversy, the city now faces the critical task of finding a chief aligned with Wilson’s forward-looking approach to public safety.

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