BOSTON — On Thursday, Governor Charlie Baker announced that he appointed a new Suffolk District Attorney to serve out the remainder of District Attorney Rachael Rollins’ term.
The governor confirmed to Boston 25 News Massachusetts Sex Offender Registry Board Chairman Kevin R. Hayden will be the next Suffolk District Attorney to serve out Rollin’s term.
“Kevin Hayden is a dedicated public servant with a proven record of commitment to equitable justice and community engagement. I am confident he will serve the families of Suffolk County as a respectful, collaborative and compassionate partner as District Attorney,” said Governor Charlie Baker. “A veteran of the District Attorney’s Office, where he led the Safe Neighborhood Initiative Unit and devoted himself to leading community-based violence prevention outreach and programming, Chairman Hayden is equipped with the experience and knowledge necessary to serve in this role. I thank District Attorney Rollins for her service and commitment to the people of Suffolk County and look forward to continuing to work with her in her new role as US Attorney.”
The Baker-Polito administration says Hayden’s appointment is effective Monday, Jan. 10. He will remain in the role until the next Suffolk District Attorney is elected on Nov. 8, 2022, and sworn in. The governor added that Hayden has more than 25 years of legal experience, including more than a decade in the Suffolk County District Attorney’s office.
“I started 25 years ago as a young prosecutor right here in Suffolk County. Over the years, it has remained the desire of my heart to serve and protect our many diverse communities. So it’s truly my distinct honor and privilege to be called home by the Governor through this appointment,” said Kevin R. Hayden. “Thank you, Governor Baker and Lt. Governor Polito, for the confidence you have placed in me. I’m deeply humbled to now take the mantle of leadership as Interim Suffolk County District Attorney, and I look forward to working faithfully with the office’s talented professionals, officials, and community leaders, and with and for all the dedicated people of Suffolk County. With unwavering and compassionate commitment, I know it will be Suffolk County’s continued legacy to shine like a beacon in the fields of public safety and criminal justice.”
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