Violent crime reached a 14-year high in Seattle last year as the city's police department deals with a staffing shortage that is straining its ability to protect the community.
Property crimes also increased by 9%.
Former Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan issued an executive order last year authorizing $10,000-$25,000 hiring bonuses for officers, but those funds are no longer available in 2022, according toLast November, the Seattle City Council voted against a budget amendment that would have eliminated another 101 officers from the force. Interim Police Chief Adrian Diaz said at the time that the department needs more officers, not fewer.
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