Gulf Coast's top federal prosecutor leaves Department of Justice

Roger B. Handberg, the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida, has left the office, according to a statement from the U.S. Department of Justice.

The reason — and timing — of his departure comes as a new administration in Washington, D.C. is making changes in the department nationwide, as new administrations often do.

A department spokesperson did not respond to questions about when Handberg left or what the process is to find his replacement.