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Seattle’s new interim police chief, Andre Sayles, is tackling his first major crisis just one week in: solving a deadly shooting at the Bite of Seattle that killed three and wounded four, including a toddler. Sayles, a seasoned leader from Beloit, Wisconsin, is prioritizing accuracy over speed, confident investigators are making progress but cautioning against rushing arrests. Evidence—including video—is pointing to multiple shooters, possibly acting with targeted intent, and officials are probing links to other incidents. Sayles supports surveillance cameras as a tool, but insists they can’t replace human policing. He’s urging the public to keep sharing tips, having already received over 100 leads. He’s also addressing the department’s communication failures after the shooting, vowing to overhaul protocols without assigning blame, while focusing on rebuilding trust. For Sayles, this role marks a steep transition from Wisconsin—he’s committed to supporting investigations, improving officer conditions, boosting recruitment, and bringing back morale by reconnecting with the people behind the badges.

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