SPD releases text messages from Bite of Seattle shooting
Newly released internal text messages from the Seattle Police Department reveal what caused the delay in the release of public information and why it took them over five hours to hold a press conference.
Newly released internal text messages from the Seattle Police Department reveal what caused the delay in the release of public information and why it took them over five hours to hold a press conference.
'Please wait for her': Seattle mayor delayed Bite of Seattle shooting briefing, texts show
Internal text messages from the Bite of Seattle shooting reveal police were told to wait for Mayor Katie Wilson before a planned media briefing.
Internal text messages from the Bite of Seattle shooting reveal police were told to wait for Mayor Katie Wilson before a planned media briefing.
Seattle police delay releasing messages after Bite of Seattle shooting
A data dump from Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson's office revealed texts on the day of the Bite of Seattle shooting, which killed three and injured several others at a packed food festival. Now, the Seattle Police Department says it's delaying releasing their own messages as the investigation remains ongoing.
A data dump from Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson's office revealed texts on the day of the Bite of Seattle shooting, which killed three and injured several others at a packed food festival. Now, the Seattle Police Department says it's delaying releasing their own messages as the investigation remains ongoing.
SPD delays release of internal texts from Bite of Seattle case
The decision marks a reversal from earlier in the week, when Sayles indicated the records would be released by Friday in response to public disclosure requests.
The decision marks a reversal from earlier in the week, when Sayles indicated the records would be released by Friday in response to public disclosure requests.
Seattle Police to increase presence downtown, Belltown after recent violence
The Seattle Police Department will be increasing its presence in Seattle, including downtown and the Belltown areas, after a recent wave of violence in the city.
The Seattle Police Department will be increasing its presence in Seattle, including downtown and the Belltown areas, after a recent wave of violence in the city.
Seattle police say it will release Bite of Seattle emergency messages
The Seattle Police Department expects to release internal records and text messages detailing its emergency response to the Bite of Seattle shooting by the end of this week, according to Interim Police Chief Andre Sayles.
The Seattle Police Department expects to release internal records and text messages detailing its emergency response to the Bite of Seattle shooting by the end of this week, according to Interim Police Chief Andre Sayles.
Seattle police address Belltown shootings that left 3 dead, 3 injured
The Seattle Police Department is actively investigating each incident as the city faces another surge in gun violence. Interim Police Chief Andre Sayles confirmed that detectives consider the shootings separate and unrelated.
The Seattle Police Department is actively investigating each incident as the city faces another surge in gun violence. Interim Police Chief Andre Sayles confirmed that detectives consider the shootings separate and unrelated.
1 dead, 2 injured after shooting near Belltown, Seattle police say
One person is dead and two more were injured after a shooting took place early Sunday morning near Seattle's Belltown neighborhood, according to the Seattle Police Department.
One person is dead and two more were injured after a shooting took place early Sunday morning near Seattle's Belltown neighborhood, according to the Seattle Police Department.
Seattle cuts $50K police hiring incentives as training bottleneck lingers
Seattle leadership says the removal of the $50,000 hiring bonus for lateral officers won't hurt recruitment, as hundreds of officers are still being trained.
Seattle leadership says the removal of the $50,000 hiring bonus for lateral officers won't hurt recruitment, as hundreds of officers are still being trained.
Seattle Police end $50K hiring bonuses, sparking debate
Seattle just pulled the plug on its hiring incentives for new police officers, sparking a debate over staffing within the department. But the city says the issue isn't hiring officers, it's training them.
Seattle just pulled the plug on its hiring incentives for new police officers, sparking a debate over staffing within the department. But the city says the issue isn't hiring officers, it's training them.
Seattle police: 2 persons of interest in Bite of Seattle shooting
The Seattle Police Department says they have identified two potential persons of interests in the Bite of Seattle shooting after reviewing 450 hours of video.
The Seattle Police Department says they have identified two potential persons of interests in the Bite of Seattle shooting after reviewing 450 hours of video.
Seattle police: 2 persons of interest in Bite of Seattle shooting
More than a month after the deadly shooting at the Bite of Seattle, Seattle police say they have identified two potential persons of interest.
More than a month after the deadly shooting at the Bite of Seattle, Seattle police say they have identified two potential persons of interest.
Seattle mayor, SPD vow fast updates after major events
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson and the Seattle Police Department announced a new communication framework for major public safety incidents, following the backlash of the Bite of Seattle shooting response.
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson and the Seattle Police Department announced a new communication framework for major public safety incidents, following the backlash of the Bite of Seattle shooting response.
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson, SPD vow fast media updates after major events
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson and the Seattle Police Department ensured fast, accurate updates to the public during significant public safety events.
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson and the Seattle Police Department ensured fast, accurate updates to the public during significant public safety events.
West Seattle shooting leaves man with gunshot wound in chest
SPD said the shooting took place along 16th Ave SW and posted to social media about its investigation around 1 p.m.
SPD said the shooting took place along 16th Ave SW and posted to social media about its investigation around 1 p.m.
Former Seattle police chief Shon Barnes breaks silence after firing
For the first time since his sudden departure, former Seattle police Chief Shon Barnes is speaking out about what led up to his resignation, diving into his relationship with Mayor Katie Wilson and other questions that haven't been answered.
For the first time since his sudden departure, former Seattle police Chief Shon Barnes is speaking out about what led up to his resignation, diving into his relationship with Mayor Katie Wilson and other questions that haven't been answered.
Ex-Seattle police Chief Shon Barnes breaks silence on resignation
Former Seattle police Chief Shon Barnes is speaking publicly for the first time since his resignation, addressing his relationship with Mayor Katie Wilson, questions about his residency and what he says remains an unanswered question: why he was asked to step down.
Former Seattle police Chief Shon Barnes is speaking publicly for the first time since his resignation, addressing his relationship with Mayor Katie Wilson, questions about his residency and what he says remains an unanswered question: why he was asked to step down.
Seattle police hiring incentives to end as union raises staffing concerns
The Seattle Police Officers Guild says eliminating the incentives could make it more difficult for the department to grow its ranks.
The Seattle Police Officers Guild says eliminating the incentives could make it more difficult for the department to grow its ranks.
Seattle police face officer shortage as department cuts hiring incentives
Seattle police are facing a staffing challenge as the department works to recruit and retain officers, despite city now pulling the plug on hiring incentives.
Seattle police are facing a staffing challenge as the department works to recruit and retain officers, despite city now pulling the plug on hiring incentives.
Mayor Wilson officially begins search for Seattle's next police chief
The search for Seattle's next police chief has officially begun. Mayor Katie Wilson on Tuesday laid out what she expects the Seattle Police Department's next Chief of Police to bring to the role.
The search for Seattle's next police chief has officially begun. Mayor Katie Wilson on Tuesday laid out what she expects the Seattle Police Department's next Chief of Police to bring to the role.