Police Chief's Resignation Sparks Questions About Leadership and Accountability The sudden resignation of Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes has raised more questions than answers about leadership and accountability within the department.
Mayor Katie Wilson's statement thanking Chief Barnes for his service highlights the complexity of the situation, but does little to address the concerns surrounding the chief's departure.
According to statements from both Chief Barnes and the mayor's office, the chief was asked to step down during a meeting on Wednesday.