Justice, finally, has been served.
That's the feeling among survivors of the Boston Marathon bombing on Wednesday after a federal jury found Dzhokhar Tsarnaev guilty on all counts for his role in the 2013 attack.
"Obviously we are grateful for the outcome today," said bombing survivor Karen Brassard, speaking for the victims outside the courthouse shortly after the verdict was announced. "It's not a happy occasion, but it's something that we can put one more step behind us."
"It's not something that will ever be over," she added. "You'll feel it forever. It's forever a part of our life."
Survivor Karen Brassard after Boston verdict "I don't want to feel the anger that drives people to do hateful things" pic.twitter.com/dBf7PUQ0t2— Josh Haskell (@joshbhaskell) April 8, 2015
Others joined her in praising the jury -- and remembering the victims -- through statements on social media.
We've collecting them below.
Family of MIT Officer Sean Collier, killed during the manhunt
"Sean Collier gave his life doing what he was born to do – serving and protecting all of us as a police officer. Sean was more than a police officer to us, though. He was a caring, fun, loyal, and protective brother and son. While today’s verdict can never bring Sean back, we are thankful that Dzhokar Tsarnaev will be held accountable for the evil that he brought to so many families. We want to thank the jury for their service and for rendering this just verdict."
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Officer Dic Donohue, injured in the shootout
First, I want to thank everyone for supporting me and my family over the last two years. Although we cannot change the past, including (1/3)— Dic Donohue (@DicDonohue) April 8, 2015
the loss of a friend and fellow police officer, justice has been served today. We have again shown, as a society, that terrorism will (2/3)— Dic Donohue (@DicDonohue) April 8, 2015
not prevail, and we will hold those accountable for their acts against our nation. God Bless America. (3/3)— Dic Donohue (@DicDonohue) April 8, 2015
His wife added:
GUILTY ALL COUNTS! THANK YOU to all those Jurors. I hope they get proper counseling after all the horrible images+videos they had to endure— Kim Donohue (@KimDonohue0) April 8, 2015
Survivor Jeffrey Bauman
"Today's verdict will never replace the lives that were lost and so dramatically changed, but it is a relief, and one step closer to closure."
Survivor Marc Fucarile
"I think it is great! And not surprising to me at all -- the case was a slam dunk!"
Survivor Heather Abbott
"Nothing can ever replace the lives that were lost or changed forever, but at least there is some relief in knowing that justice is served and responsibility will be taken."
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Massachusetts Attorney General's Office
"At a time of great tragedy, we were reminded of the strength of this community which showed the world that those who seek to do us harm will not triumph here."
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Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker
"I applaud the verdict rendered today by the jury in the Marathon bombing case, and I hope this brings some degree of closure to those individuals and their families whose lives were changed forever on that horrific day."
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh
"I am thankful that this phase of the trial has come to an end and am hopeful for a swift sentencing process. I hope today's verdict provides a small amount of closure for the survivors, families, and all impacted by the violent and tragic events surrounding the 2013 Boston Marathon. The incidents of those days have forever left a mark on our City. As we remember those who lost so much, we reflect on how tragedy revealed our deepest values, and the best of who we are as a community."
Boston Athletic Association
"The Boston Athletic Association is a small part of a much larger community. Like everyone else, we put our trust and confidence in the justice system and we await the result of the proceedings in the next phase of the judicial process."
Boston Police Commissioner William Evans
"I am glad for the victims' families and the survivors that this phase of the judicial process has come to a close. Today's verdict will hopefully give some peace to those affected by the horrific acts of the Defendant. On behalf of the Boston Police Department, our thoughts and prayers continue to be with the survivors and victim's families. With this part of the process behind us, Boston will continue to move forward with strength and resilience."
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren
"Nothing will ever replace what was lost in the wake of the Marathon bombing, but today's verdict is another step toward justice. Together, we will move forward."
State Police Col. Tim Alben
"The collective thoughts of the entire Massachusetts State Police are with the victims, survivors and families of those maimed by these cowardly acts of terrorism."