City Council Member Jamika Scott said she was informed of the decision Thursday in a phone call with Tacoma’s deputy city manager. Allen McKenzie, the chair of the Community Police Advisory Council, said he learned about it through an internal email. Both said the news took them by surprise.

TACOMA, Wash. — Tacoma police Chief Avery Moore was placed on administrative leave, a spokesperson for the city confirmed with KING 5. Moore was placed on paid leave effective Sept. 25, according to Maria Lee with the City of Tacoma Communications Office.

TACOMA, Wash. — Tacoma Police Department Chief Avery Moore has been placed on paid administrative leave, a spokesperson for the city of Tacoma confirmed to KOMO News Thursday.

Tacoma Police Chief Avery Moore has been placed on paid administrative leave, according to multiple sources with knowledge of the matter. One Police Department source, who has been granted anonymity for fear of retaliation,

Tacoma police Chief Avery Moore was placed on administrative leave, a spokesperson for the city confirmed with KING 5. Moore was placed on paid leave effective Sept. 25, according to Maria Lee with the City of Tacoma Communications Office.