STATEMENT OF ATTORNEY GENERAL JOHN ASHCROFT:

“Today, we learned of the tragic death of District of Maryland Assistant United States Attorney Jonathan Luna. On behalf of the entire United States Department of Justice, I express our deepest condolences to Jonathan’s family, colleagues and friends.

“We share his family’s grief and will provide any support and assistance to help them through this difficult time.

“All appropriate resources will be dedicated to investigating this matter.”

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