Statement of District Attorney Kevin Hayden on the Appointment of Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox

BOSTON, July 13, 2022— Congratulations to Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox.  His record of service is exemplary, and I’m grateful to have him as a partner in efforts to improve safety and wellbeing across Boston’s neighborhoods. The journey of Michael Cox from being beaten by fellow Boston Police officers to his appointment as Commissioner of the Boston Police Department is emblematic of criminal legal reform.  I’m grateful to have such a strong partner in building a safer, more equitable Boston. 

I’ve known and admired Commissioner Cox since I was a young Assistant District Attorney.  He is a man of high honor and integrity.  I look forward to working with him toward what I’m confident is a shared vision for community policing, community prosecution and support for a fully diverse Boston Police Department and criminal legal system.

James Borghesani, Chief of Communications