Family of Suspect Issues Statement on Jersey Bridgeman
By: Amanda Ashley
Updated: November 28, 2012
The family of Zachary Holly's wife, Amanda, has released a statement
regarding Jersey Bridgeman. Zachary Holly is facing charges of capital
murder and kidnapping related to the 6-year-old's death.
"We are deeply saddened by the death of Jersey Bridgeman. Although we know that there are no words of sympathy that will make the pain of Jersey's death subside, we wish to express our deepest sympathy and condolences to Jersey's family. We are praying for healing for Jersey's family and for justice to be done.
"Jersey was a very sweet girl who our children and grandchildren considered their best friend. Because of this, we ask for privacy. The children in our family are not dealing well with the loss of their friend. While we feel a certain degree of familiarity is essential for their well-being, we also need time alone to mourn, seek answers to a a great many questions, and heal."
A law firm representing Amanda's family issued the following on her behalf Wednesday morning. According to Bryant Law Firm, this is the only statement the family will make.
"We are deeply saddened by the death of Jersey Bridgeman. Although we know that there are no words of sympathy that will make the pain of Jersey's death subside, we wish to express our deepest sympathy and condolences to Jersey's family. We are praying for healing for Jersey's family and for justice to be done.
"Jersey was a very sweet girl who our children and grandchildren considered their best friend. Because of this, we ask for privacy. The children in our family are not dealing well with the loss of their friend. While we feel a certain degree of familiarity is essential for their well-being, we also need time alone to mourn, seek answers to a a great many questions, and heal."
A law firm representing Amanda's family issued the following on her behalf Wednesday morning. According to Bryant Law Firm, this is the only statement the family will make.
