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Seattle mayor may oust police chief after criticism of response to festival shooting
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson may remove Police Chief Shon Barnes following public criticism of the department's response to a fatal shooting at the Bite of Seattle food festival. Barnes was asked to resign but declined, while community organizations have advocated for his retention, citing his contributions to police-community relations and crime reduction.
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