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Seattle’s police chief churn could make it harder to find top candidates

Seattle’s police chief churn could make it harder to find top candidates

Seattle's high turnover rate among police chiefs, averaging two per year over the past decade and a half, may make it challenging to attract top candidates for the position. Eight chiefs have left the role in 17 years, with some serving temporarily.

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