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The preservation of democracy and our nation rests on the foundation of public order and the

rule of law. Nothing attacks these pillars like the murder of a law enforcement officer entrusted

with protecting our citizenry. This crime strikes at the very core of the American identity.

 

For a quarter of a century we have labored to hold responsible the individuals we believe caused

the death of Miami Police Officer Victor Estefan. Officer Estefan died a hero protecting our

community. Our hearts go out to Officer Estefan`s widow, family members, friends, and the

entire law enforcement community who have stood by our side for all of these years.

 

Now, with the declaration of a mistrial in the prosecution of Dennis Escobar for Officer Estefan ˜s

murder, I wish to make it clear that the Miami-Dade State Attorney`s Office has every intention of

retrying this case.

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