Seattle Councilmember Addresses Police Chief’s Firing
Seattle City Councilmember Rob Saka held a press conference on Thursday following the firing of Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes.
Seattle Tacoma, WA, July 30, 2026 —
Seattle City Councilmember Rob Saka convened a press conference on Thursday to address the recent firing of Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes. The announcement followed the unexpected termination of Chief Barnes, the details of which have not been fully disclosed.
The press conference, held by Councilmember Saka, aimed to provide clarity and context surrounding the leadership change within the Seattle Police Department. However, specific reasons for Chief Barnes’s dismissal were not detailed during the conference.
Further information regarding the circumstances leading to the firing and any subsequent departmental changes was not immediately available. The duration and attendance details of the press conference were also not provided.
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