–causing our family untold grief

Dear Editor,

WITH reference to the Kaieteur News’ leading front page article of 24/02/2019, ‘Pilot’s recklessness caused crash,’ the bereft family members wish to highlight the harmful presumption of this article, and question the motive of the source of this unfounded attack on the illustrious reputation of Captain Liverpool.

The proper journalistic conduct would be to pronounce on facts; present possible theories based on past evidence, or cautiously speculate based on a trend, but absolutely, never to arrive at a definitive conclusion based on anecdotal evidence or an opinion thereof.

This form of mediocre journalism is generally rooted in a ‘money over facts’ rationale, or even more cynical or criminal agendas.

The reality is that multiple, duly authorised investigations are currently ongoing, and will produce their findings at an appropriate time.

The traumatised relatives are therefore seeking a retraction and apology.

Regards,

Mrs. Karen Liverpool