The office of New Mexico's First Judicial District Attorney shares the following statement on behalf of Andrea Reeb.

"After much reflection, I have made the difficult decision to step down as special prosecutor in the 'Rust' case. My priority in this case—and in every case I’ve prosecuted in my 25-year career—has been justice for the victim. However, it has become clear that the best way I can ensure justice is served in this case is to step down so that the prosecution can ...focus on the evidence and the facts, which clearly show a complete disregard for basic safety protocols led to the death of Halyna Hutchins. I will not allow questions about my serving as a legislator and prosecutor to cloud the real issue at hand."