Defense Attorney Korey Leslie says he'll take on Tom Kearney in the May primary and he has the backing of City police.
Leslie announced his candidacy on the steps of the York County Judicial Center on Thursday.
He will run against current District Attorney Tom Kearney, who has said this will be his last time running for the office.
Next to Leslie, stood members of the fraternal order of police white rose lodge number 15, who represent York City Police. York City Police have given their endorsement to him.
"I want to be accountable for every action and decion that takes place in law enforcement that comes through the District Attorney's Office. I don't want it to ever be a question as to who is responsible for crimes in York County. It's a burden falls on me and i look forward to it." Leslie said.
kearney tells CBS 21 News in a statement: "I applaud the desire of any individual who wishes to enter into public service. I look forward to a positive discussion of the issues that we face as a community."
When asked how he feels about city police backing Leslie instead of him, Kearney told us "I am comfortable with the community as a whole judging my record of efficient justice."
The primary is in May.
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Leslie announced his candidacy on the steps of the York County Judicial Center on Thursday.
He will run against current District Attorney Tom Kearney, who has said this will be his last time running for the office.
Next to Leslie, stood members of the fraternal order of police white rose lodge number 15, who represent York City Police. York City Police have given their endorsement to him.
"I want to be accountable for every action and decion that takes place in law enforcement that comes through the District Attorney's Office. I don't want it to ever be a question as to who is responsible for crimes in York County. It's a burden falls on me and i look forward to it." Leslie said.
kearney tells CBS 21 News in a statement: "I applaud the desire of any individual who wishes to enter into public service. I look forward to a positive discussion of the issues that we face as a community."
When asked how he feels about city police backing Leslie instead of him, Kearney told us "I am comfortable with the community as a whole judging my record of efficient justice."
The primary is in May.
live with the ycmn in york cb cbs21 news