Statement from Governor Andrew Cuomo
"While we continue to mourn the loss of
District Attorney Kenneth Thompson, the important work of the Brooklyn
District Attorney's Office does not cease. District Attorney Thompson
worked tirelessly to ensure that the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office
worked with a mandate to advance justice and treat everyone and every
case fairly and with utmost integrity. We must continue that work
without interruption or delay.
“Ken Thompson established a new model at the
Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office. His focus on proving innocence as
well as proving guilt set a new precedent. His legacy should be the
continuation of that model and his selection of the person who should
run the office in his absence – his number two – should be honored.
“Today I am announcing that no appointment
will be made to fill the rest of District Attorney Thompson's term.
Until the next election, the Brooklyn District Attorney's
Office will continue to be led by Chief Assistant District Attorney
Eric Gonzalez, who District Attorney Thompson named earlier to continue
his office’s work in his absence. Keeping the first deputy in place when
there is mid-term vacancy by a District Attorney is consistent with past practice under this administration.”
Source: Press Office, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
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