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Exclusive: SPD detective calls city's Bite of Seattle shooting response 'not accurate'
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Key Points:
- Detective Brian Pritchard disputed the city’s narrative that the July 26 Bite of Seattle shooting press briefing was not delayed for dignitaries, stating the delay was accurate and impacted his credibility with the media.
- The shooting resulted in three deaths and four injuries, with a 15-year-old arrested but not charged with murder; Interim Police Chief Andre Sayles indicated the shooter may still be at large.
- Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson and former Police Chief Shon Barnes denied any intentional delay in press communications, though Barnes resigned following the incident amid criticism.
- A Seattle City Council hearing revealed tensions over inconsistent information and poor communication between the Mayor’s office, police leadership, and the Council, prompting calls for an independent Office of Inspector General investigation.
- The Mayor’s office confirmed Wilson participated in virtual meetings the night of the shooting but faced technical issues with her camera; further hearings are scheduled, and the OIG investigation could take months.
