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STATEMENT FOR THE MEDIA FROM AUSTIN RENAUD:

I want to express my sympathy and condolences to the family of Phoebe Prince.

My thoughts and prayers continue to be with her family as they endure the pain of the

passing of Phoebe.

I also want to express my deep appreciation to the Prince Family for their

intervention with the authorities and their recommendation to drop charges brought

against me as a result of the investigation of the death of Ms. Prince. This has been a

very difficult and emotional experience for all involved and their kindness and

consideration is appreciated.

I will be resuming my education and will continue to work. I would ask that the

public and the media respect my request for privacy and I will have no further public

comment.

Released through the office of Attorney Terrence M. Dunphy, counsel for Mr. Austin

Renaud.