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Seattle’s police department has a new interim chief as Deputy Chief Andre Sayles steps in after Shon Barnes stepped down amid criticism over travel and absence during a recent shooting. Mayor Katie Wilson stressed urgency in finding a permanent chief, calling for community input in the search. Sayles, with over 20 years in law enforcement, pledged to prioritize the ongoing investigation and boost police presence at summer events. He’s not seeking the permanent role, calling it a transitional period, and acknowledged his former chief’s contributions while focusing on restoring public trust.

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