THE STATE’S STANCE
When a case is pending, prosecutors are limited under the law and rules of ethics on what we can publicly say about a case. That is why my office stayed silent while the Kendall Batchelor intoxication manslaughter case was pending and during the proceedings. Rumors circulated, social media buzzed, and certain online publications released misleading stories. However, now the case has concluded, I am free to comment.
In a time where misinformation and false reporting runs rampant, it can be hard to find credible information. Unfortunately, a particular publication, on more than one occasion, has proven itself unworthy of our trust, and has sparked misinformed chatter throughout our community. I feel compelled to correct this misinformation, and to make our community aware of this kind of reporting targeting our community from the outside.
