The president of the Washington State Fraternal Order of Police said Tuesday that 'enough is enough' as Seattle struggles with its lowest police staffing in 30 years. FOX13
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has announced the three finalists for the position of Seattle Police Chief following a nationwide search.The president of the Washington State Fraternal Order of Police said Tuesday that "enough is enough" as Seattle struggles with itsMarco Monteblanco said he believes officers are retiring and resigning at higher rates because the profession has been demonized in recent years.
"They're frustrated, and they're leaving their departments in droves," Monteblanco told hosts Carley Shimkus and Todd Piro.The strain on police is a nationwide issue, with more than 1,000 New York Cityin 2022. Some of those officers retire before their full pensions take effect.