Our part? Only swift support and life-saving aid | Letters

Published 12:35 pm Tuesday, April 21, 2015

An accurate reportage of fault is a daunting challenge for the media.

I hope to clarify a few misconceptions the reader may have gleaned regarding the Journal’s story about the stabbing of Eric King.

The pickup truck in question was outside our gate, on the right of way for the town’s proposed road from Grover Street to Turn Point Road, not “on the Boreen property” as reported.

My son, Kelsey, and a friend heard Eric calling for help from down below the property. They ran down the road to find him on the ground bleeding profusely from multiple stab wounds. They then staunched the flow of blood, called 911 and provided aid until the sheriff’s department and EMT crew arrived. These actions possibly saved his life.

Contrary to the impression left by the Journal’s article, our family had nothing to do with the altercation and unfortunate sequence of events that ultimately led to a violent situation. This letter’s intention is not to point a finger or take sides, but only to help the community understand that our involvement was of support and aid.

Jai Boreen/San Juan Island