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Seattle interim chief calls known suspects “trigger pullers”
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 09, 2026 at 1:04 PM ET
Summary: Seattle interim police chief Andre Sayles faced scrutiny after referring to known gun-violence suspects as “trigger pullers” during a Labor Day weekend news conference. He outlined a strategy after three deadly shootings over a 24-hour stretch, saying the department would increase patrols and deploy its community response group and gun violence reduction unit.
WHO: Interim Chief Andre Sayles and the Seattle Police Department
WHAT: Interim Chief Andre Sayles used the term “trigger pullers” for known gun-violence suspects and unveiled a strategy to curb gun violence after three shootings.
WHEN: Aug 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Seattle, Washington
WHY: The remarks and strategy were prompted by three deadly Seattle shootings over Labor Day weekend and the department’s response to the violence.
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