Geoff Bennett:
We now know the name of one of those victims, Fletcher Merkel. The 8-year-old’s father, Jesse Merkel, spoke outside the church this afternoon, where his son was killed.
Jesse Merkel, Father of Shooting Victim: As our family and the Annunciation community grieve and try to make sense of such a senseless act of violence, please remember Fletcher for the person he was and not the act that ended his life. Give your kids an extra hug and kiss today.
We love you, Fletcher. You will always be with us.
