The Brief Former Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes will receive about $700,000 under a resignation agreement after leaving the department. Interim Chief Andrew Sayles says his immediate focus will be increasing police presence at major summer events as Seattle begins its search for a permanent chief. Former Seattle police Chief Shon Barnes will receive roughly $700,000 for resigning from the Seattle Police Department, according to his resignation letter. Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson (left) and Andre Sayles (center) during a Friday press conference announcing Sayles' appointment as interim police chief. What we knowTo get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter.