Seattle police blame deputy mayor for delaying public briefing after Bite of Seattle shooting

Assistant Police Chief Tyrone Davis says he was ready to inform the public 90 minutes after 7 people were shot. Instead, it took the city five hours.

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Assistant Police Chief Tyrone Davis says he was ready to inform the public 90 minutes after 7 people were shot. Instead, it took the city five hours.

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