In 2024, Seattle PD rolled out a package of incentives, including a $50,000 bonus for lateral recruits; the department has brought on 60 new officers in 2025
Source: Police Updates
Seattle PD sees 500% recruiting jump after launching pay incentives, expanded budget
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Deputy unions push back after Wash. sheriff reclaims jail weapons against court order
A judge ordered the Franklin County sheriff to leave riot gear in the county jail; a deputies’ union has filed for a restraining order after he told officers to remove it anyway
Source: Police Updates
Deputy unions push back after Wash. sheriff reclaims jail weapons against court order
Ex-officer says he regrets failure to stop beating of Tyre Nichols as he takes stand in state trial
Desmond Mills Jr.’s testimony came in the second day of the trial of three other former officers, who have pleaded not guilty to state charges including second-degree murder
Source: Police Updates
Ex-officer says he regrets failure to stop beating of Tyre Nichols as he takes stand in state trial