Seattle Police Chief to Brief Council on Bite of Seattle Shooting; Independent Review Ordered
Seattle Police Chief Andre Sayles will brief the city council regarding a shooting that occurred at the Bite of Seattle event. The mayor has also ordered an independent review of the incident.
Seattle Tacoma, WA, August 11, 2026 —
Seattle Police Chief Andre Sayles is scheduled to brief the City Council on a shooting incident that took place at the Bite of Seattle event. The announcement comes as the Mayor’s office has also ordered an independent review of the occurrence.
Details regarding the specific circumstances of the shooting, including when it occurred, any potential victims, or arrests made, were not immediately available. The nature of the independent review and the body responsible for conducting it have also not been specified.
The Bite of Seattle is an annual food festival held in Seattle, typically drawing large crowds. Information about the impact of the shooting on the event’s operations or attendance has not been released.
Further information is expected following Chief Sayles’ briefing to the City Council and the commencement of the independent review.
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