Allegations of Abuse in Institutions


Waiouru (NZ Army) - Index


(5) Oct 17- Dec 31 2004 Index

 



The Press
October 22 2004

Deep remorse
Letter to the Editor
by Turi Gibbs, Hokitika

I was a longtime friend of Andy Read, the man who killed Waiouru army cadet Grant Bain.

I know that Andy felt deep remorse and shame and also had tried his hardest to learn from the unforgivable mistakes he had made.

I also believe that the army's dealings with these matters were unforgivable.

I also believe that Andy would have faced his crimes again if he could.

I only knew Andy. I didn't know a bully.