Sheriff Keith Swank Criticizes Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes After Reporter Clash
Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank has publicly criticized Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes, calling him an 'incompetent buffoon' following a heated exchange with a reporter. The incident occurred after Barnes was questioned about his absence during a mass shooting at the Bite of Seattle festival, where three people were killed. Barnes, who was attending a conference in Dallas at the time, faced backlash for not being present during the crisis. Swank, a former Seattle police officer, criticized Barnes's qualifications and leadership, suggesting that his appointment was a mistake. 
