Prosecutor’s statement

Circuit Solicitor Chrissy Adams issued this statement after confirmation that one part of law enforcement’s investigation of the Zachary Hammond shooting has been completed:  “My office has received the initial investigative file from SLED, however there are some follow up matters that have yet to be completed.  Their final report will provide our office a clearer picture of what transpired in Seneca on the evening of July 26, 2015.  In addition, federal authorities are bringing substantial resources and technology, not available to state investigators, to this case to ensure that every single piece of evidence is gathered and thoroughly examined.  Until both the state and federal investigations are finalized, and the Supreme Court rules on pending legal action taken by the attorneys for the Hammond family, a decision will not be made nor will the details of the investigation be released. Unfortunately, while I recognize that this is a very difficult time for the entire community, this process will take several more weeks.”