A new Special Assistant U.S. Attorney was sworn in to serve the Eastern District of North Carolina, according to a July 7 announcement from the office. The oath of office was administered by the First Assistant U.S. Attorney for the district.
The appointment is intended to advance the mission of upholding the rule of law and serving residents within the district. “The appointment of the Special Assistant U.S. Attorney advances the office’s mission of upholding the rule of law and serving the people of our district,” a statement from the office said. “We are pleased to welcome him aboard and look forward to his contribution to the office and community in which he serves.”
The U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina prosecutes federal crimes, litigates civil matters, and works to protect communities through various initiatives such as Project Safe Neighborhoods and Heroin Education Action Team, according to the official website. The office is part of the U.S. Department of Justice, employs 119 staff members, maintains federal courthouses in cities including Raleigh, Fayetteville, Wilmington, New Bern, Greenville and Elizabeth City, and covers areas with major military installations like Fort Bragg, Camp Lejeune and Seymour Johnson Air Force Base.
According to its official website, these efforts reflect a broader commitment by federal authorities in North Carolina toward public safety across diverse communities.
No further details about specific assignments or priorities for this new appointee were provided at this time.