Burien police chief resigns as camping ban remains unenforced
Chief Ted Boe confirmed that he had decided to resign, without giving details. Des Moines announced on Wednesday that he'll become its new chief in August.
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Chief Ted Boe confirmed that he had decided to resign, without giving details. Des Moines announced on Wednesday that he'll become its new chief in August.
The tug-of-war over how to properly police the homeless population in Burien may leave the community with a major police shortage.
Burien police officers are considering leaving their posts if the city fires its police chief.
The Burien police chief could soon be forced out, as conflict escalates between the city's leaders and KCSO over a controversial camping ban.
Burien city manager is trying to push out the veteran police chief, saying in a letter to the King County Sheriff that he does not trust the chief to fulfill requirements listed within the interlocal agreement.