Andre Sayles

A new interim police chief in Seattle stated that his role is 'to calm'. Andre Sayles gave an interview where he discussed the Seattle Center shooting investigation, his recent out-of-state travel, and whether he plans to apply for the permanent job.

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson defended her decision to replace Police Chief Shon Barnes following a fatal gang-related shootout at a food festival near the Space Needle. Barnes, who faced criticism for delayed communication about the incident, was succeeded by interim chief Andre Sayles. The shooting resulted in two deaths, including a bystander, and injuries to four others, including a 2-year-old boy.

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson appointed Andre Sayles as interim police chief following Shon Barnes' resignation after a deadly shooting at the Bite of Seattle food festival. Barnes faced criticism for the incident, which left two dead and four injured, and Sayles pledged to prioritize the investigation and enhance safety measures at public events.

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson appointed Andre Sayles as interim police chief following the resignation of Police Chief Shon Barnes after a deadly shooting at a food festival. Barnes resigned amid criticism over the incident, which left two dead and four injured, while Sayles emphasized community safety and ongoing investigations.

Seattle's mayor fired Police Chief Shon Barnes after criticism over delayed communication following a fatal shooting at a food festival. Barnes resigned amid pressure, and Deputy Chief Andre Sayles was appointed as interim chief. The incident involved three deaths, including a suspect, and a 2-year-old injury, with police acknowledging slow public updates and failed emergency alerts.

Seattle's police chief resigned amid criticism over delayed communication following a fatal shooting at a food festival. Mayor Katie Wilson appointed an interim chief and acknowledged the city's slow response to the incident, which resulted in three deaths and four injuries.

Andre Sayles has been appointed as Seattle’s new interim police chief. Mayor Katie Wilson and Shon Barnes agreed on the selection while the city continues its search for a permanent candidate.

Seattle's police chief resigned following criticism of the city's response to a fatal shootout at a food festival. The mayor appointed an interim chief amid community and political debate over the decision.

Seattle's police chief resigned following criticism of the city's response to a fatal shooting at a food festival. The mayor appointed an interim chief and acknowledged communication delays during the incident, which resulted in three deaths and four injuries, including a 2-year-old boy.

Seattle's police chief resigned amid criticism of the city's response to a fatal shootout at a food festival. Mayor Katie Wilson appointed Deputy Chief Andre Sayles as interim chief, and the incident involved three deaths, four injuries, and delayed public communication from authorities.