Statement of District Attorney Rachael Rollins on a Suffolk County Grand Jury’s Decision Not to Indict in the Death of Daniel Hollis

BOSTON, February 28, 2020 — “As we have said since the September 28, 2019, assault that ultimately claimed Mr. Hollis’ life, my Office will continue to provide all of the resources and support that his loved ones may need as they process and grieve Daniel’s death.  The Grand Jury has spoken and we respect its findings, however difficult they are to hear.

“The investigation that preceded the Grand Jury’s vote was incredibly thorough and painstakingly detailed.  I’m proud of the work done by Assistant District Attorney Sarah McEvoy who led the Grand Jury proceedings and Victim Witness Advocate Tina Nguyen who supported the Hollis family throughout this extremely challenging process.  I’m grateful to the Boston Police detectives who worked so diligently on this case.”

Suffolk County District Attorney Rachael Rollins’ office serves the communities of Boston, Chelsea, Revere, and Winthrop, Mass. The office handles over 25,000 cases a year. More than 160 attorneys in the office practice in nine district and municipal courts, Suffolk Superior Court, the Massachusetts Appeals Court, the Supreme Judicial Court, and the Boston Juvenile Courts. The office employs some 300 people and offers a wide range of services and programs to serve anyone who comes in contact with the criminal justice system. This office is committed to educating the public about the services we provide, our commitment to crime prevention, and our dedication to keeping the residents of Suffolk County safe.