Waltham Police Unions Endorse David Solet for Middlesex District Attorney

Waltham, MA - Two Waltham police unions today announced they have endorsed David Solet, a veteran trial attorney and 2025 Middlesex County Prosecutor of the Year, to replace current District Attorney Marian Ryan, citing fundamental differences in their approach to pursuing justice and protecting the residents of Middlesex County.

The Waltham Police Superior Officers Association and the Waltham Police Patrol Union noted that Solet would prioritize the prosecution of repeat violent offenders, modernize the office, and fight for changes to close loopholes in state laws that jeopardize public safety. The two unions join more than 28 other public safety unions and organizations across Middlesex County who are endorsing Solet in his bid to unseat the 13-year incumbent in the September 1 Democratic primary election.

“In our line of work, integrity and justice aren't just ideals- they are the foundation of everything we do," said Dan Hart, Acting President of the Waltham Police Superior Officers Union. "Dave has consistently proven his dedication to these principles, earning our trust and our full support as the right choice for District Attorney."

Our community deserves a District Attorney who will tackle our most pressing public safety challenges head-on," said Gerry Corbett, President of the Waltham Police Patrol Officers Union. "Dave's proven commitment to taking down illegal gun traffickers, prosecuting sexual assault, and tackling cybercrimes is exactly what we need to keep our community safe."

Solet said: “Receiving these endorsements from organizations representing the men and women of Waltham who wear the uniform is humbling. These people know who I am, and what I’ve done as a prosecutor, and they have confidence in what I will do in the future.” 

Solet will pursue gun trafficking organizations that smuggle guns into Massachusetts from out-of-state, protect the elderly from financial fraud and abuse, and ensure that prosecutorial decisions are driven by the facts and the law, not political considerations or fear of repercussions.

Solet has also pledged to modernize the office, recognizing that the emergence of modern technology has created a new branch of crimes - including cyberbullying, AI-facilitated child exploitation, cryptocurrency scams and cybersecurity threats.

“There is a fundamental difference between me and my opponent in our approach to protecting the citizens of Middlesex County,” Solet said. “I will lead from principle, and I will speak out to protect victims, even if it ruffles some feathers. My goal is to make sure that no victim is left behind, and to build an office that is truly committed to equal justice under law.” 

A prosecutor for twenty-four years, Solet has sought justice for victims of domestic violence, gun violence, narcotics trafficking, and public corruption. He was a longtime member of the office’s Special Investigations Unit, which prosecuted organized crime, then served as the first Chief of the Cyber Protection Unit, fighting online child exploitation. From 2019-2025, he served as the first Chief of the Middlesex County Cold Case Homicide Unit, investigating hundreds of unsolved homicides and dozens of unsolved sex assaults. 

For his work, he was named Middlesex County Prosecutor of the Year in 2025, and has received numerous other awards from law enforcement organizations.

An honors graduate of Harvard Law School, Solet previously served as Chief Legal Counsel to the Massachusetts Secretary of Public Safety. He is a Major in the JAG Corps of the United States Army Reserve, where he has been a defense attorney for soldiers, and represented victims of sexual assault. He is the proud father of two daughters, both graduates of Newton North High School, and now lives in Cambridge.

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