Bristol County D.A. Thomas Quinn announces that he will run for re-election

“I am announcing my candidacy for a third term as Bristol County District Attorney. In January 2015, I was appointed District Attorney by both Governors Patrick and Baker. I have since been elected twice by the citizens of Bristol County.

I became District Attorney because of the support of the citizens of Bristol County, for which I am forever grateful. It has been a privilege and honor to serve the people of Bristol County for the last 7 years.

My office has had a number of accomplishments while I have been the District Attorney. These include obtaining convictions in the high profile cases of Aaron Hernandez and Michelle Carter.

I have fought hard to keep violent criminals off the streets by utilizing “dangerousness hearings” to protect the community and vulnerable victims. During the pandemic, we were successful in preventing the wholesale release of dangerous defendants.

I started a first of its kind Elder Fraud Unit to protect our seniors from fraud and abuse through prosecution and prevention.

I have personally visited every senior center throughout Bristol County to speak with our seniors about these important issues.

My office is active in the community working with local partners to address the opioid epidemic, domestic violence and teen safety issues.

I created a Cold Case Unit to thoroughly review unsolved homicides and violent sexual assault cases. Through these efforts my office has solved two homicide cases and the case of a serial rapist from the late 90’s who brutally raped 4 women. This defendant is now serving 50 years in State Prison.

We also started a DNA collection initiative for convicted felons who have not provided DNA as required by law. This will assist in solving cold cases.

My priority is the safety of the citizens of Bristol County. People have a right to feel safe in their communities. I grew up in this County and raised my family here. With your continued support, I look forward to serving the people of Bristol County for another four years.” -Office of Bristol County D.A. Thomas Quinn.

Courtesy of Thomas Quinn photo.