Erie County Homicide Bureau Chief appointed as next Deputy District Attorney

Eugene T. Partridge III is Erie County’s newest Deputy District Attorney

ERIE COUNTY, N.Y. — Erie County District Attorney Michael Keane has appointed Eugene T. Partridge III to serve as the new Deputy District Attorney.

The appointment, which went into effect Friday, June 5, follows the recent departure of former Deputy District Attorney Mara McCabe who now serves as a New York State Court of Claims Judge.

According to the DA’s office, Partridge has prosecuted some of the most violent criminals and complex cases in the county. He is also recognized as one of the office’s most accomplished trial attorneys, he has successfully prosecuted dozens of cases before juries.

During his career, Gene has advocated zealously on behalf of the victims of the most heinous crimes. He is a dedicated professional who investigates all cases methodically and meticulously, leading to a result that balances fairness, accountability and protection of our community. His diligent preparation, professionalism, integrity and knowledge of the law contribute to his success as a prosecutor and as a leader in this office. I am proud to have him join my leadership team as a Deputy District Attorney,” said Erie County District Attorney Mike Keane.

Partridge was appointed as the Homicide Bureau Chief in December 2024 by DA Keane. Before that, he served as Chief of Major Crimes, a bureau that  investigates gun-related violence and gang-related activity.

Additional Bureau Chief appointments effective Monday, June 8, 2026:

Andres D. Ortiz was designated as Chief of the Felony Trials Bureau. He previously served as Chief of the Buffalo City Court Bureau.Hilarie Henry was designated as Chief of the Buffalo City Court Bureau. She previously served as the bureau’s Assistant Chief.Christopher M. McCarthy was designated as Assistant Chief of the Buffalo City Court Bureau. He most recently served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Vehicular Crimes Bureau.

Appointments effective Monday, June 22, 2026:

Ashley M. Morgan will serve as Chief of the Homicide Bureau. She is the second female prosecutor to hold this position. Chief Morgan currently oversees the office’s Major Crimes Bureau.Christopher S. Safulko will serve as Chief of the Major Crimes Bureau. He currently serves as an Assistant District Attorney in the Homicide Bureau.  Rebecca A. Fioravanti will serve as Assistant Bureau Chief of the Domestic Violence Bureau and Special Victims Unit. She currently serves as an Assistant District Attorney in the Special Victims Unit.