Statement Of Suffolk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden On The Acquittal Of Mario Batali

North End MA

11 May, 2022

11:10 PM

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Press release from the Suffolk County District Attorney: May 10, 2022 BOSTON, May 10, 2022— A Boston Municipal Court judge today acquitted MARIO BATALI of a charge of indecent assault and battery in connection with an assault on a woman he took a selfie with in 2017. "While we're disappointed in the judge's verdict, my office will not waiver in our support for the victim in this case. It can be incredibly difficult for a victim to disclose a sexual assault. When the individual who committed such an abhorrent act is in a position of power or celebrity, the decision to report an assault can become all the more challenging and intimidating. I'm grateful that the victim in this case made the decision to come forward, and to every survivor of sexual assault who makes that difficult decision. My office is available to anyone who has experienced sexual violence in Suffolk County to ensure that are met with the level of compassion and care they deserve and that they have access to the services and resources they may need," District Attorney Kevin Hayden said. This press release was produced by the Suffolk County District Attorney. The views expressed here are the author's own.