The Thibeault Murder

To begin with, Mark says this: "
I'm like other people. I have serious concerns about the Thibeault case. I can't discuss the merits of the case right now, obviously, because it's a murder case that has not been resolved, and I don't yet have an official role in it. But I can say that the DA's performance so far has caused me to have grave concerns about his ability to get a conviction."

Given the fact that this is an on-going murder case, in which he does not yet have an official role, Mark Suben must decline to speak publicly about the substance or merits of the case.

On the other hand, the District Attorney has an obligation to speak publicly about a murder case when no arrest is made for nearly two months. The public has a right to know that the case is being addressed appropriately by law enforcement authorities. The community needs to be reassured that we are secure on our streets and in our homes. A knowledgeable and confident District Attorney can give comfort to his community without compromising an on-going criminal investigation; it's done routinely in other counties, large and small. It's part of the DA's role as the chief law enforcement official of the county.

MARK SUBEN WOULD communicate early and often through the media in a case like this, assuring the people of this community that law enforcement is on the job; speaking generally about the investigation without compromising it; and reassuring that folks are safe in their homes based on what we now know. Or, if the investigation suggests that they are not safe, Mark would speak responsibly to our populace, as a leader should.

Mark Suben wants justice for Wendy Thibeault, as we all do, and he would vigorously seek that justice as your District Attorney, and keep you appropriately informed during that process.

At the end of the process, Mark would convict the defendant of the serious crime charged, based on a thoroughly prepared case and a professionally executed trial.