Former Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes used a textbook crisis communications strategy during a news conference following the deadly Bite of Seattle mass shooting, according to a new analysis by KIRO Newsradio reporter Luke Duecy.
In the latest edition of “The Spin,” Duecy examined Barnes’ responses to tough questions from reporters after the gang-related shooting, arguing the chief acknowledged criticism over delays in releasing information before pivoting to broader public safety messaging…