Mother of Oxford shooting victim speaks at shooter's sentencing
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- čas přidán 7. 12. 2023
- Linda Watson, the mother of Aiden Watson, who was shot at oxford High School, spoke at the sentencing for the shooter on Friday. She talked about what Aiden has gone through in the years since the shooting, and told the shooter to listen to what she had to say.
One of the most well written & well spoken victim impact statements I've ever heard. My heart goes out to their family.
Sure is, the dhs and fbi do a great job writting these bs stories dont they, wake up
It's outrageous that Aiden is being bullied and harassed by his own community, friends, schoolteachers and school administrators. How dared they turn against him. He was shot by that premeditating murderer, and all they can say is, "Get over it"???? Disgusting!!!
Especially when it sounds like there were threats before it happened...in my community that alone would put the school on lockdown.
Oh my god what is wrong with people! PTSD is a serious issue. I can't believe this community.
Our country is desensitized to mass shootings. They care more about the murderer than the victims.
People think their guns align with their faith and hold as much importance. They think any request at mental health care or mental health screenings is an attack on their ‘rights.’ If either side had as much common sense and planning as these parents when actually putting laws into place it would change our entire nation for the better.
This school keeps failing the children over and over.
The adults at Aidans school need more training, they seen inept at their job. Saying he should get over this traumatic experience is ludicrous. Accommodations are put in place for children with autism. Do the teachers talk to them like they do to Aidan. Also they need a anti bullying program at the school. He doesn't deserve that from other students. Prayers for Aiden and his family and for his future happiness.
I can relate, I wish I could something more than pray. Other people can be so rude & to me words are like bullets they hurt & scar you.. spoil that child is all I can say for now & remain in hope in time things do settle down ,he will get better,, Yes unbearable at times & I know because I been With my own health problem & get the same treatment from ass's (yes, I said it)that don't understand about compassion, empathy 🙏🙏❤️🙏🙏🙏
I agree. They should have an IEP of some sorts for kids that have gone through a trauma or a mental health issue that affects them from accessing the curriculum. I've read a few posts that say that Ethan was bullied at that school.
What makes me even angrier is his parents only care about their own pain and his mother said if she had to go back in time wouldn't have done anything differently as far as her parenting. That's what she testified to during her cross examination. All she cares about is getting herself out of jail and who she can have three ways with. Instead of taking care of her child she was on Adult Friend Finder trying to get different sexual experiences.
If Ethan would have had her as a mother, this wouldn't have happened.
A very heartbreaking story for everybody
This is absolutely heartbreaking 💔. I am so glad she was able to give these details because I’m sure so many people don’t realize the extent of the PTSD that survivors have and the domino effect it has on the families. Shame on those students and staff who don’t believe what he is going through. As a Mom who has lost her 18 yr old son (2 yrs ago), I know what it’s like to become a “helicopter Mom”. I only have one child left and I’m constantly afraid I will lose him. Wishing all of these family (and friends) strength to get through every day. There are constant triggers, as she said, and you try so hard to redirect your thoughts so you don’t succumb to the grief. It’s an insufferable pain that never goes away. Not when it’s your child.
Very well said and I’m so sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss and the tragedy you now need to live with!
@@caradarling thank you 🙏🏻
@@krazykat26 thank you 🙏🏻
I do not understand why they are allowed to look down? They should be required to look these victims in the eyes the same way they looked their dead victims in the eyes before he shot them! This is NOT acceptable.
Wow, she is so powerful and her argument was intelligent. Wish you the best for your family, esp your son
Every parent who has made a statement has provided a different perspective. Her statement is sharing the reality of PTSD along with the the challenges people in her situation experience. Dealing with medical bills, trying to keep her job, and dealing with PTSD and the school administration. I have tremendous respect for educators but to say those things to her probably was hurtful and unproductive. This parent is trying to trying to survive and cope with her family experiencing PTSD. It is difficult to understand her situation unless you have gone through it and she just wants relief. I am glad she has built such a close family where they are supporting each other.
The surviving victim needs to have a therapist. He needs to be able to recover.
I love the victim statement because it is an insight of trauma and how to support those who lived through devastating experiences. My heart is heavy and sad because this should not be a thing.
I realize how traumatizing this must be, there are parents that would love to just have their child alive. With strong role models, he can also learn to be strong. God bless them
Continued prayers for Aiden to live his best life beyond this horrible event. Wishing you peace and strength. Hoping you can imagine a dream for your future. To Aiden’s parents, you are doing what you need to help Aiden continue. Prayers for strength for all of you.
I feel this kid needs real therapy breaks my heart
My heart goes out to the families
My heart breaks for Aiden and his family. Very well spoken. 😢
This totally increased my understanding. A wonderful advocate and family.
He is sitting there enjoying all these people talking about their grieve and suffering .This is what he wanted to have people living in fear,pain .
My heart go out to these families
And still Americans you allow anyone of all ages access to weapons, as long as this is allowed this story will continue. More families lives destroyed torn apart because of so called rights to bear arms.
There are so many of us who are Americans do not want people to have access to weapons so don't generalize. You don't know what you are talking about. Do your homework before you make inept statements.
This breaks my heart. People need to be compassion and respectful of others...
Sending prayers to this family and all of those affected.
Im glad Aiden has you and his family. ❤ no one should have to go through this. Your determination is so strong and powerful and your love is as well. Sending positive thoughts to you and your family. I wish more parents were like you.
Screw the people who are trying to beafit off Aiden’s injury
My heart breaks for Aiden and his family. His mother words were remarkable. I can believe that he has to deal with bullying and especially have to deal with the lack of compassion from staff members. Sending prayers and love to Aiden and his family and friends. 🙏🏻❤️
I pray that this family finds people; a church group, an organization, counselors, true friends who will support them through this very tough time. It's great that his siblings are helping. I hope the family stays as positive as they can so all of their children get through the tough times. Do whatever you have to do to take care of yourselves and if it means moving, do it. It reminds me of sexual abuse survivors are turned away from society and family members who tell them to move on, get over it, or pretend it didn't happen. Remember, all of these people who are saying and doing hurtful things, DO NOT KNOW ANY BETTER! The good thing is that there are EXCELLENT therapists out there who can help. Keep up the good work and, again, surround yourself only with people who will support you. Let go of the people who aren't, even if it includes family members. Also, If you faith in God, he will see you through.
Why you allouw guns?? You are to bleim. In Finland we do not curry guns.
Pretty bad when the shooter is protected and where's a bullet proof vest in court !! Also with Law enforcement feet from him to protect him against people kids her murdered and wounded.
Wow there were threats and everyone ignored them. Those poor kids
Prayers
Pray for the innocent victims who lost their live and those who were shot..pray for the victims parents.
I’m glad they just charged her guilty
😢😢😢
I watched the interview of the business owner who helped this young man. He also had a son at that school and didnt know if he was safe or not. But he did everything he could for this young man. Not all heros wear capes.
Aiden has PTSD and will need a lot of support to get through it. He might also be experiencing guilt of living through it. I pray that Aiden and his family receive the help and support that they need.
Sad days in michigan.
What an amazing momma! 😢
Wow!
I think this is the right family to make this statement, and apologies if it isn't. His family was kicked out of their church. That's some of what she's referencing about having people turn against them. I can only guess the church (I use that term loosely) is pro-2A.
She is so much stronger than she gives herself credit for and the crazy part is... she shouldn't have to be.
💔
PTSD IS REAL. . . Mostly visible in veterans. Had a neighbor who thought he/we were being attacked on 4th of July...very sad....I'm not sure which war he was in....
Do something against guns!!
Do not bye and sell guns.
Do something about the mental health crisis. That's the true problem.
This is hard…
What a courageous woman. I’m so very sad for you, and your family. I hope that we learn to protect our precious children from the 2nd amendment voices that always seem to win by saying that “they will pray for the families.” Well, where are the innocent people’s rights?! At the very least, get the assault weapons that are made for wars outlawed! I hope that this case sends a message that parents better have fewer guns that kids can get ahold of, and learn to be responsible. 💯🙏🏻♥️
More people die from just a regular pistol. This is a mental health issue, not a gun issue.
he was picked on at school it's pretty obvious.
Who the shooter?
Who was picked on?
I feel sorry for this kid but he needs real therapy .i understand the aden needs helps but life is hard.soliders that have list legs they go on really i think your don needs real help
Someone in the military being shot in combat vs a child in their school are two very different things and it's wild af you want to compare them.
It's even more wild you think you're qualified to speak on how far the kid has or hasn't come when you don't even know him nor have you been shot yourself. If you had, you would've compared yourself to him I'm sure.
Also if you listened- he's in treatment- she literally said that.
Don't talk about "but life is hard" when it's not something you've even experienced or your not even qualified to speak on it. Your life experiences and opinions are not the standard and its wild you think it is.
Also, removing a damaged part of a leg vs living with the damage are two very different things.
Uuu
Take a drink Everytime she says impossible! On a serious note my heart goes out to these. Families
Wow 🤦🏻♀️
@@codreaming9304yup. Ignorance at its finest