Press Releases

Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) today issued the following statement:

“Like all Southwest Virginians, I am heartbroken by the tragic killing of Alison Parker and Adam Ward.  Now and in the days to come, Alison and Adam will be in my prayers, as will their families and loved ones, the WDBJ family, and our community as a whole.  Additionally, I pray for the recovery of Vicki Gardner, head of the Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce.”

“At times, we can forget that journalists and others in the public eye may find themselves at risk.  Alison and Adam were not reporting from the scene of a crime or a potentially violent location this morning when this horrible event took place.  Instead, they were at one of our region’s popular recreational areas.  I am deeply grateful for the important work undertaken by journalists regardless of this risk, and appreciate the efforts of law enforcement and first responders to keep them, others, and our communities safe from harm.”

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