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Updated: 7:47 AM Jun 24, 2009
Update: Driver Free on Bond Following Deadly Crash
WTAP News One man is dead and another out on bond after a fatal accident in downtown Parkersburg Monday night. Posted: 10:56 PM Jun 22, 2009Reporter: WTAP News Email Address: news@wtap.com |
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Posted by: patina
Location: parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 11:26 PM
This is a terrible accident and it seems we have a problem. As a community we better get a handle on this issue. It's not just a young adult problem either. We as adults must set the example. Sooner or later it will involve each of us in some way. This was a terrible accident and lucky no other innocent persons were involved. Don't let someone drive period if they are under the influence of anything. When they are do so being responsible is the last thing on their mind. Are we not our brother's keeper? If not we better be because next time it could be your family or friend lost in such an accident.
Posted by: Caitlyn
Location: Parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 11:24 PM
Nathaniel was a son, a brother, nephew, cousin, grandson, a friend, and a father but most of all he was loved by our family. No matter what they do to the driver it won't make things right, it won't bring him back into our lives. We all miss him so much already.
Posted by: Dee
Location: Lubeck
on Jun 23, 2009 at 11:18 PM
After reading the post by Lexi-Ex, I am wondering if there's something mentally wrong with that person. Blaming teachers and blaming the victim's family? Who is to blame? It is the person who drinks and proceeds to put the key in the ignition and drive who is at fault. It is the person who gets into that car knowing a drunk driver is behind the wheel. It is the person who supplied alcohol to these underage kids and let them drive. And now, when the driver sobers up and realizes what has happened, it is too late. His life is ruined and so are the lives of his passengers.
Posted by: Rebecca
Location: Ohio
on Jun 23, 2009 at 10:55 PM
Lexi ex.....your comments about that young mans parents were sickening and you should be ashamed of yourself to the core. WTAP-when people attempt to post such a hurtful comment like that especially during a time like this you should not post it. I know how upset that comment made me and I don't know anyone involved. But I am a parent and on any level under any circumstance, those comments were just wrong. What's so unfortunate and screwed up about this world is the fact that there are heartless people like Lexi ex...
Posted by: anonymous
Location: parkersburg wv
on Jun 23, 2009 at 10:49 PM
i feel so bad for the day family....i am sorry to hear about your loss...we all have made mistakes in life but something needs to be done if he doesnt get charged he will think i got by with it once so i can do it again. i realize he will have to live the rest of his life with this on his mind , however he knew better ...they all knew better..there was also innocent people driving down that same street in fact me and my family came down it right after the fact. i have been pulled over twice in one week and they said they needed my drivers license and registration proof of insurance...then to say have a good night come on the law needs to pick up on the ones that r doing wrong not people like me going to work...i could see it if i was speeding or something but to pull me over for no reason. my point get out there and do your job and stop picking on people tring to make a honest living..
Posted by: Christy
Location: Washington
on Jun 23, 2009 at 10:49 PM
I am so sorry that what has happened.. and reading some of the comments i also agree that the people who are contributing the alcohol should be getting in trouble also and i think that since he killed someone he should of not been in out on bond.
Posted by: B
Location: Ohio
on Jun 23, 2009 at 10:42 PM
This young man may have been driving drunk but let's not forget the others made the choice to get into the vehicle with him. This boy will live in a personal hell most of us will hopefully never know. He will be punished the rest of his life. Go get the adults who contributed the alcohol which lead to this tragic accident. My prayers go out to all involved.
Posted by: CB
Location: P-burg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 10:15 PM
My heart goes out to the Day family they have lost so many family memembers to tradgies...Just keep family members in your prayers during this time of another loss.
Posted by: Tim
Location: parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 09:56 PM
who bought the alcohol.. what house were they at? I hope that gets investigated! Yes why the difference in the Mcdonough case? there was death in that accident involving alcohol...
Posted by: REALITY SPEAKING
on Jun 23, 2009 at 09:48 PM
Unfortunately, underage drinking will always be a problem, DUI will always happen, and motor vehicle crashes will continue. No human laws or education will change this. These things happen because of the nature of youth. Only Mother Nature can change these laws. (Un)fortunately, Nate has ceased to suffer from the human condition, and will become a statistic like thousands before and thousands more to come.
Posted by: amber
Location: parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 09:28 PM
Im praying for you CJ
Posted by: debbie
Location: new castle
on Jun 23, 2009 at 09:27 PM
i want Nathaniels family to know im sorry for there loss and i didn't even know him or his family but i hope they get through this rip Nate i did know Charles Jackson and he was a good kid to Chris should have never drove drunk in the first place so yes its his fault and he should pay and not just get a slap on the wrist
Posted by: Skipper
Location: Atlantis
on Jun 23, 2009 at 09:00 PM
If I suspect a drunk driver is on the road, I have no problem dialing 911 and reporting it. I feel I am obligated to report a DUI because it could help prevent something like this from happening.This is a sad situation,families lives has been shattered because of this incident.
Posted by: Larry
Location: Parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 08:48 PM
It doesn't matter what any of you think should happen to this boy. It will ONLY depend on how the Judge or jury sees the situation. The whole judicial system is so screwed up. As we see from this situation it doesn't take a cop chasing a drunk driver to cause a fatal accident. Probably had there been a cop on their tail they may have pulled over and got arrested - but they would be alive today and this boy wouldn't have blood on his hands.
Posted by: carla
Location: vienna
on Jun 23, 2009 at 08:37 PM
I feel it doesn't matter how long, or even if, someone goes to jail or gets punishment. It won't bring Nathaniel back into our family. The only thing that matters right now, is that hopefully a lesson is learned to other members of the accident. Nathaniel will be missed dearly, I feel a small concern for the others, I would hate to live with someones death on my shoulders after such an asinine mistake. Rest peacfully , you'll never be forgotten. Tell Grandpa we all miss and love him.we will miss this little man one that was so sweet and kind to all every one love him ;; may god take care of you an help us all to stop an think about how a life can be taken from us all i love you Nathaniel your mommy is the one that will need us to help her get thought this ,,her 2 boys she has lots but not forgoten
Posted by: D
Location: parkersburg wv
on Jun 23, 2009 at 08:35 PM
Who sold these Boys achohol? Or where did they get it.
Posted by: peoplercrazy
Location: mineral wells
on Jun 23, 2009 at 08:32 PM
Lexi Ex: how sad. you obviously don't have a clue. a young man lost his life and you are trying to figure out how to sue his estate...what is this world coming to. i whole heartedly agree that these boys should not have gotten into the car and drove/rode while intoxicated. i agree that none of them were innocent, they knew the driver had been drinking, but it is a very sad situation and not a greedy lawyers dream. we should be praying for the families and for the injured boys quick recovery.
Posted by: a mother
Location: coolville
on Jun 23, 2009 at 08:16 PM
My heart goes out to the mothers on both sides. One child is gone and the other has to not only deal with the whole court system, he has to deal with his own conscience the rest of his life. We can teach our children right from wrong their whole lives, but they will do what they want regardless. These boys were young and unfortunately made a bad choice. My prayers are with both families and with the third boy and his family that he will have a quick recovery.
Posted by: christian
Location: parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 07:50 PM
This is sad. Nate was a good friend of mine. Rip.
Posted by: Brian
on Jun 23, 2009 at 07:44 PM
I think that the person that give him the alcohol should be sought out and charged right beside of him. A bar tender is reponsible for selling beer legally to a customer. This person should be charged for doing it illegally.
Posted by: Commonsense
Location: vienna
on Jun 23, 2009 at 07:26 PM
WTAP should take down all of these comments. It serves NO GOOD PURPOSE. Only plays to the most base interest and does nothing to forward a discussion or add to the story. WTAP, take down all comments please
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 06:55 PM
How did the boys get the alchohol? Someone had to buy it. Or they was'nt carded when they brought it.You have to be 21.
Posted by: Jerry
Location: Vienna
on Jun 23, 2009 at 06:45 PM
The prosecuting attorney only charged McDonough with misdemeanors. This man is charged with felonies. Why the difference?
Posted by: tasha
Location: parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 06:37 PM
Nathaniel was an AMAZING guy.my prayers go out to his family and friends.we were supposed to hang out this weekend =[ i will miss him so much bub you'll always be in my heart forever and always im NEVER going to forget about u....when i get over the sadness i know im going to remember ALL the crazy,fun,insane,amazing,and just plain outrageous moments we had together tell pap we love and miss him and save me a spot right beside you becz even in heaven were gonna cause trouble just like always =] and my prayers go out to cj i hope to god he makes it i love that boy just like a brother =]
Posted by: Roper
Location: Planet WV
on Jun 23, 2009 at 06:37 PM
Lexi EX, How can this be Nates parents and teachers fault ? They are not responsible for his actions.How did Nate put Chris in this position ? Chris was doing the driving,did Nate make Chris drive the car while being DUI ? You also say this World is overpopulated , that is a myth. You could put the whole Worlds population in the state of Texas and have 1250 sq ft for each person.
Posted by: on the other side
Location: parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 06:15 PM
This is a terrible thing that happend and yes there are families hurting and loved ones wanting to know why ? Those boys chose to drink and then get in the car and yes the driver was wrong for driving, but the boys went with him and yes there is a law adainst drinking and driving so there should be a form of punishment. I watched the news and wanted to scream as the Police Chief says people need to learn that you cant drink one drink and drive well wake up, and realize that there are Police Officers on your Dept that do it all the time so dont act like it dosent happen as I figure you have had a drink and drove.
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 06:12 PM
Ignornace abounds.....these post show it clearly
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 05:51 PM
I think he should be charged to learn a lesson. No he may not have intended on wrecking and his friend being killed but in order to learn not to drink and drive he should serve some time behind bars, if not who's to say it don't happen again. Who knows he could have hit a car with an innocent family in it instead of a guardrail and it could have been more deaths involved! My heart goes out to the Nathaniel and Charles's families. i understand kids will be kids but something needs to start happining or it's going to keep happening. If you look in the paper in the on the records you see over 50% of the people in there is dui and driving on a suspended and it 2nd and 3rd offences repeativly and all they get are some fines and they are on thier way they need to start doing something about it.
Posted by: kevin
on Jun 23, 2009 at 05:44 PM
The most sad part about this incident is this thread. WOW people of the MOV are lost. I'm beginning to believe there is no hope at all for society.
Posted by: Rhonda
Location: Parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 05:40 PM
I am sorry Lexi-Ex but you are completely wrong! Sure crime is about intent but it is also about breaking the law. Underage drinking is a crime! Driving under the influence is a crime! The person who provided the substance also committed a crime by providing the substance to a minor. And if Chris's family should be allowed to sue Nate's family for this incident, then that would be completely wrong. And the cracks you made about Nate's parents was completely wrong. My thoughts and prayers are with all those involved in this situation. But the people who broke the law need to be held accountable.
Posted by: Mom
Location: Belpre
on Jun 23, 2009 at 05:31 PM
Lexi Ex, I think you need the clue. First of all, a child was killed. No, I'm sure Chris didn't INTEND to kill his friend, but it happened because the driver of the vehicle decided to drive a car while under the influence. Sure, the passengers may have also been under the influence, but as a licensed driver, you must take responsibility for your actions every time you get behind the wheel. The driver needs to be punished for his actions. I dont agree to a 10 yr sentence, but he should definitely serve some jail time. Would you be thinking differently if the driver had killed an innocent family thru his negligence? It's the same thing. I pray for him and for all who have been affected by this tragedy but to say it is the fault of the person who died is so wrong. Sure, he bears some of the blame for getting in the car but the real blame has to be on the driver who chose to drive under the influence.
Posted by: Sad World We Live In
Location: PBurg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 05:25 PM
This is to "Lexi-Ex"....you are exactly what's wrong with this world. You obviously lack compassion and for you to say that you hope a lawyer helps Chris sue Nate's estate - what kind of an animal are you anyway!?!??! Has the family not lost enough already and besides that you moron....he was only 19 so there will no doubt be NO estate. You are an idiot, hopefully you never lose someone you love and then have some idiot like yourself make such ignorant and idiotic statements.
Posted by: Stacey
on Jun 23, 2009 at 04:58 PM
Cindy, Jim, Craig, Jess, Amanda, Chris and Caeleb You all are in my thoughts and prayers!! I am so sorry this happened!! Let me know if there is anything I can do! Keep your heads up!!
Posted by: Lexi-Ex
Location: Parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 04:41 PM
Lexi, Get a clue. Chris should not spend a minute of time in jail for Nate's death. Crime is about INTENT. In no way shape or form did Chris INTEND to cause the death of anyone. If anyone is to blame for Nate's death, it is Nate himself; for getting into a moving vehicle (even if the driver were sober), and for not wearing a seatbelt. Nate knew the risks, and made bad choices. If he didn't, that is Nate's fault, and the fault of his parents/teachers. Not Chris's fault. I hope that some wise lawyer will help Chris sue Nate's estate for putting him in this position. As long as people live to be 17, 18, 19 or 20 years of age, they will do stupid things. As long as vehicles exist, people will die. These are the cold, hard facts. In this over-populated world, some must die, so that others may live. If Nate's mother has lost two children, then she has surely screwed up somewhere along the way. It's unfortunate that such poor parents are aloud to spawn children on our society.
Posted by: Rhonda
Location: Parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 04:39 PM
I think that the driver and the person who supplied the substance should both be held accountable for this situation. I also believe that if the other boy survives, then he should be held responsible for underage drinking. I too, think that we should not judge others and that God will be the judge in the end...BUT...until that day comes, we are all still here and possible victims of drunk drivers of all ages. There are always innocent victims involved and I don't want anyone I love to become one.
Posted by: cousin of victim
Location: vienna
on Jun 23, 2009 at 03:17 PM
hello my name is jason and the victim was my closest cousins,and a big part of my life..nathaniel was a young man who had his life taken by a drunk driver/freind,he was so young and barly got to live his life. and the driver basiclly gets a slap on the wrist for killing my family.nate has a family who loves and miss him dearly,now his child has to grow up with out him.. R.I.P. Nate..
Posted by: BTF
Location: Washington
on Jun 23, 2009 at 03:08 PM
Yes the driver should not have been under the wheel, but the other 2 are just as guilty for getting in. And if you are going to charge the person who gave them the alcohol, are you going to charge the maker of the car, the person they bought the car from, their employers for paying them a wage so they can buy those goods? Get real people and think rationally for a minute. This is not a witchhunt. Tragic as it is and like it or not there is a system in place to deal with this type of situation. It may seem lenient, but look at what the survivors will face in the future. Questionable character, always being prejudged, the guilt of what has happened, etc. Mistakes happen, accidents happen, and the results can be dark indeed. But we all must learn from them and move on.
Posted by: Jimmy
Location: Vienna
on Jun 23, 2009 at 03:03 PM
As a hurting family member after losing a beloved cousin, I feel it doesn't matter how long, or even if, someone goes to jail or gets punishment. It won't bring Nathaniel back into our family. The only thing that matters right now, is that hopefully a lesson is learned to other members of the accident. Nathaniel will be missed dearly, I feel a small concern for the others, I would hate to live with someones death on my shoulders after such an asinine mistake. Rest peacfully cousin, you'll never be forgotten. Tell Grandpa we all miss and love him.
Posted by: Mom
Location: Belpre
on Jun 23, 2009 at 02:50 PM
Obviously in this situation, the boys were friends. I'm sure the driver will suffer the loss of his friend for the rest of his life. He should serve some jail time, but in this circumstance, 2 yrs will be enough time since he has his conscience to live with. I will pray for all the boys and their families. I suggest we all do the same. They need support and love right now, not judgement.
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 02:42 PM
This is so sad for all involved. It wasnt just ones fault. I will be praying for all of them and their families!
Posted by: a MOM 2
Location: Parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 02:35 PM
This was a horrible tragedy & unfortunately it is going to continue for a while. This young man (19) will more than likely end up in prison. In a prison system that everyone knows needs attention. There are families on both sides whom this will effect for years to come. I totally feel the person who gave them the "substance" should be also held accountable. I feel sorry for the mom who lost a second child like this. Was this the behavior that Chris grew up around? Sometimes adults "glamorize" their drinking antics as "funny"...then something totally horrific like this happens. Those close to the situation may wake up for a little while but then for whatever reason, they begin again saying "that will never happen to me"...bad part is, its the ones left behind with the questions of "why" & the broken hearts who remember these tragedies the longest. I pray God is with all of you.
Posted by: Janet
Location: P-burg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 02:29 PM
Tammy--do you have children? We must have rules and punishment in place for breaking those rules..if anything they should be stricter..as I said..I feel parents alone should be able to decide if/when their children are mature enough to drive--when you drink and drive it's like loading a gun and firing randomly in a crowded room --usually it's an innocent person who pays---and let's face it...19 year olds (especially boys) think they are invincible! It's pure luck most of the way...and when they aren't mature enough and responsible enough to make good choices--sad to say...all too soon the luck runs out...
Posted by: Shaila
on Jun 23, 2009 at 02:18 PM
Nat was my older half brother and all i have to say is he will be missed RIP: bubby we will miss you.
Posted by: BDS
Location: parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 02:17 PM
Three young men made a choice last nite. They chose to drink. One made the decision to drive. Two chose to ride with him, knowing that he was drinking. Now yes Christopher does need to be punished. But with Murder?? No, he did not go into it knowing that he was going to kill someone. They were friends, and he is going to beat his self up worse than anyone else could ever do to him. He has to live with this for the rest of his life. Knowing that a bad judgement call has taken his friends life. That is something most of us know nothing about. So why all the judgment? THey all made decisions, its hard to not throw accusations around, but we all have to stop and think that choices were made and none were out of threats or bribes. They all made decisions last night and they were bad choices. The outcome is very sad but throwing this young man in prison for Murder will not change anything.IT will have still happened. The family will still grieve the loss of one of their own.
Posted by: anon
Location: ohio
on Jun 23, 2009 at 02:15 PM
thoughts and prayers are with all families! so easy to judge but prayers go a long way all these families need love and support! we teach our children right from wrong what they do with it we can not predict! a dui charge yes but murder ??? who are we to say? my heart breaks for all involved! we need to pray for the peace and comfort of our Lord Jesus!
Posted by: Linda
Location: Parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 01:50 PM
Kids and adults do this because when they are drinking, they are having "fun". Then, when they are good and drunk, they have the attitude that nothing can happen, because, even though they are drunk, "they know what they are doing and they can handle it". I wish some judge could make drunk drivers spend some time in an ER so they can see what happens to a body involved in a serious MVA. It may not work, but as I see it, education isn't working either.
Posted by: Sue
Location: Parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 01:35 PM
This is so sad and such a senseless situation. Someone is responsible for a 19 year old to be drinking. Find them and arrest them. There have been many drinking and driving deaths before so they did not learn from other experiences. One dead, and another in critical condition and possible will not live either. And if he lives will he have a normal life? Possible not. We can say the driver should not have gotten behind the wheel of a vehicle, and the passengers should not have gotten in the vehicle with an impaired driver. And we have not heard if all three were drinking or not. I would hope the person responsible for supplying alcohol to 19 and 20 year old kids would feel some responsibility and they have a lot to live with also. And as I said before should be arrested. My sympathy is with all families. This could have been prevented if they had not been drinking illegally. And we can thank the supplier for such a loss of life.
Posted by: TAMMY
Location: PARKERSBURG
on Jun 23, 2009 at 01:25 PM
None of should judge, God will do that. We as a community should be more concerned with saying prayers and helping the families involved rather than ridiculing.
Posted by: withheld
Location: parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 12:54 PM
2 years is not enough i believe he needs the full 10 years, the way i see it, he is still alive and there is a "real family" that has lost a child becuase of this young mans actions, but it does not suprise any of us.
Posted by: Lexi
Location: Parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 12:36 PM
This is a sad story and I feel bad for everyone involved. However, I believe anyone who is driving while under the influence and kills another person should be charged with murder. If people have to face a harsher punishment, hopefully it will make others think before they drive drunk. This could have been prevented and it is the driver's fault that the boy died!
Posted by: Does it really matter
Location: Parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 12:36 PM
To Steve/Belpre: Steve, does it really matter what the "substance" was? One young man has died, another in serious condition, and another just got out on bond and his life too will never be the same. The more important question would be: WHY?? Even after all of the education regarding drinking & driving it still happens and people are dying everyday because of it. These 3 young men were mere babies and now in a blink of an eye and severly bad choices, their and their families lives will never be the same.
Posted by: CONCERNED
Location: PBURG
on Jun 23, 2009 at 12:29 PM
He will just get a slap on the wrist like Courtney McDonough did...where's the justice !!
Posted by: Agree
Location: PBurg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 12:28 PM
Deb, you are exactly right...they need to find out who bought/gave them the alcohol in the first place. That individual(s) should be arrested and charged too. My heart goes out to Nathaniel's family, may god bless all of you and give you strength. Also, ask for a blessing for the other two boys and their families - I'm sure they will all need strength to get thru this. Life is about choices no matter how young/old you are, this young man will have to live with the fact that the choice he made to get behind that wheel and drive took a friend's life That in itself will be a life-long punishment. My heart goes out to all of them.
Posted by: Janet
Location: P-Burg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 12:26 PM
I feel kids should not be allowed to drive unless their parents approve it until they are 21---find out who sold them the beer and charge them too!!
Posted by: Anonymous
on Jun 23, 2009 at 12:14 PM
they was drinking cause i went and picked up my old man from the house they was at everyone that was there they was drunk and christopher was hitting nathanial in the face u got to know the story first
Posted by: deb
Location: pburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 12:03 PM
i agree totally with WIRT if they all were drinking and knew the driver was too than he should not be charged with murder but should with dui. im sure it could have been any of them driving but this guy was the one driving at the time and it is a very sad mistake but one lots of kids make and tho it is wrong i dont think he should be charged with murder. i will pray for all the families. they should be looking into where they got the alchohol
Posted by: stephen
Location: vienna
on Jun 23, 2009 at 11:51 AM
Rip Nate he was an awsome guy i went to school withhim
Posted by: MOTO
Location: VIENNA
on Jun 23, 2009 at 11:41 AM
Nathanial Was my nephew and he will be Missed. I just hope the Other teens will Stop and think Before they Make the same mistake that Nathanial Made. Dont Get into a vehichle with a Driver has been Drinking ! This is the second Child That his Mother Jody has lost We Will Keep her in Our Prayers.....
Posted by: CHRIS
Location: VIENNA
on Jun 23, 2009 at 11:12 AM
what a senseless tragedy!...drinking and driving is such a selfesh action that is very preventable...
Posted by: wirt
Location: wirt
on Jun 23, 2009 at 11:07 AM
you know i totally agree that this boy should be in trouble because he drove while drinking. but as far as murder those boys got into that car knowing he was drinking im sure they were drinking. so htey are just as much as fault for what happend. i feel sorry for those boys families. but they knew what they were doing.
Posted by: Steve
Location: Belpre
on Jun 23, 2009 at 10:46 AM
DUI oF what substance?
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 10:33 AM
nathanial was a good friend of mine and we will be missed and christopher should be charged with murder and they was drinking
Posted by: family
on Jun 23, 2009 at 10:16 AM
we will all miss him so much
Posted by: vandriver
Location: williamstown
on Jun 23, 2009 at 09:02 AM
when are people ever going to learn about drinking & driving/boating? My prayers go out to all the families involved. I think if the penalties were stricter, maybe some people would think twice. But then some people NEVER learn or when it's too late!
Posted by: Carol
Location: Parkersburg
on Jun 23, 2009 at 07:59 AM
I am so sorry for these families! It is a terrible thing to loose someone so young in this senseless way! |
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first of all cj is not stupid he just made a bad choice something we have all done our family is hurting and he is suffering badly for the choice he made that day but whats done is done please pray for my nephew he needs it i love you cj keep fighting buddy
If you ask me i would say all 3 boys are STUPIED one wear a seat belt two dont drink and drive also i dont think they should blame chris for everything hello Charles and nate has a brain they knew better im not saying they should be going throw what they are im saying they knew what COULD happen Im Prayer for you Charles
So is everyone gonna feel better if they have someone to blame? Guess that's just society. I'm sure everybodys had a time in their like where theyre going to do something stupid and think "oh nothing bad will happen to me." unfortunately if that's what they were thinking they were sadly mistaken. Nate was a good friend. He always was in a good mood whenever I was around him and he always made me laugh. I don't blame anybody for anything because it's not going to fix anything. I'm just going to miss Nate a lot =[
I am so sorry for the families of these three young adults. As far as I am concerned there are three that lost their lives that night. Nathaniel is gone and I pray for his family for such a loss. Charles may lose his life also and I pray for him and his family. Chris is still living but has lost a part of his life. I pray for his family. I cannot imagine living with what has happened. I think if there is a bar/club in town that PERMITS minors in their establishment, and knowing this sells them any alcoholic beverages, they should be shut down immediately. I have read in the paper where they have fined businesses for selling to minors. What is the difference in businesses selling or bars/clubs selling? I would say the first to be arrested would be the person or establishment that provided the alcohol. I think we all need to remember the losses here and pray the families can get through this. I don't know anyone involved in this but my heart goes out to all of them.
yes, these family members involved with this will grieve to a certain point and they will always have issues to deal with over this, but for the family that lost their loved one, it ends now, they won't be able to hug, celebrate, or talk with him ever again. If Mr. Jackson is lucky, he will be able to do these things and Mr. Browning walked away with some cuts and bruises and a full life ahead of him. I understand that there is alot of anger and finger pointing at this time, but we ALL must remember, these were young adults that went out together, drank illegally, and then took a privelage and abused it. Does this mean we find a place to point the fingers? someone earlier mentioned teachers and parents. I don't think teachers are to blame here, they can only go so far and do so much, parenting. As for the car tags, I think his biological father lived in ohio
nate is my husbands family i meet him a few times and from what i no of him he was a great loveing person and it is not his mothers fault any way shape or form the person driveing should have known better then to drive they all should have known better but the other ones isnt the ones who choose to get behind the wheel an because that youn man made the wrong choice another lost a life, an a family lost some one dear. think there shouldnt be any punishment? please nate had to pay the price in a sad way the one driveing should pay his price if he dont whos to say he wont do it again how many people has to die befor justice is serverd?...nate R.I.P (missed but not forgotten)
ALl the families have lost. Let's be clear. The one that is driving has to live with this for the rest of his life. The families that survive have to live with it. It impacts so many and yet it still happens. I lost a son and I live with it every day. Unless you have walked in the shoes, you have no right to judge. It is a sad thing and give the family the space they deserve. Each of us loves our own and we must allow the families to grieve in their own way. If you point the fingers of blame, three fingers point back to you.
Who's car was they driving ? It had Ohio tags on it.
i hope you pull throw cj your a good friend and to young to give up iam praying for you and ill have every one do the same and sorry to hear about the others
To Lexi-Ex, how stupid can you be for putting something on there like that saying that Nathaniel's mother has screwed up just b/c she lost two children,how immature can you get! Looks like if any ones mom screwed up it was your own mother she surely didnt treat you the right things to say to some one when there love one dies,and no Chris Im pretty sure did not intend to kill his friend but things like that happen when you drink and drive and someone gets killed, he needs to pay the price and no lawyer should be on his side he is NOT innocent and he needs to do the time for what happened so maybe he might learn a lesson or two cause that boy needs a reality check,and no im not talking just about the incident either,Chris is going down the wrong path in life, he has a baby on the way and he really needs to get his life in order real fast! But Lexi-Ex next time you post stupid things on the internet like that maybe you should read it out loud and see how stupid you really sound!
I think he should get what he deserves but them boys should of known better to get in the car. And, the only thing that makes me sad is that The driver had a little baby girl on the way. I hope he realize that he wont be seeing her when she is born or for a long time since he wanted to have a night of fun that turned into this. I hope the boy in the hospital is doing good. And im sorry for the loss boy. But i dont think the driver should get all the blame becasue the other boys were possibly drinking to and known that its dangerous to get in a car while drunk. I hope things turn out for the best and the driver serves what he is deserve.
Nathaniel was such a sweet kid. He was my ex's cousin. My daughters cousin, when i was pregnant for her we went to this cookout and he waited on me hand and foot because it was dark and didnt want me to get hurt :) It is so tragic to lose a young man like this.
GOD BLESS BOTH FAMILY'S ITS A SAD THING FOR BOTH FAMILY'S
Bickering and putting blame on one person for the incident is not right. Yes, they knew what chances they were taking when entering the car. LET MY BELOVED COUSIN REST IN PEACE! Lexi-Ex, I feel remorse for you, putting the blame on someone who is GONE AND NEVER COMING BACK!!! My family is not at fault, people make their own paths in life. As for bring my Aunt in the story, you have NO IDEA what she has been through. She did not lose her kids through 'her own doing'. They left us unfortunatley and it was out of her control. She has problems that NONE could comprehend. LET MY COUSIN REST IN PEACE!! Let us pray for the others safe journey through life. Nathaniel was a father, a son, a cousin, and incredible human being. Nothing that can be said will change the events that rocked three young precious lifes. Bickering and yelling, it only shows that maturity was not learned through the years....let it rest.
Almost every story that I have read the comments on is someone saying "WTAP take down these comments" First of all we thank WTAP for allowing us to speak our opinions whether right or wrong. Most of the time it is someone in this situation sending out sympathy to the family. Secondly, you do not have to read them if you don't want to! Isn't freedom a wonderful thing?