These statements were issued by officials Tuesday after release of 1,400 pages of investigative documents related to the Oct. 24, 2014, shootings at Marysville Pilchuck High School:
“Today is not an easy day for the Marysville-Tulalip community. The public release of the SMART investigation into the events of Oct. 24, 2014, is incredibly emotional for anyone who was affected by this tragedy. None of us will ever forget the feelings of grief and loss we experienced that day.” —Marysville Mayor Jon Nehring
“… Nothing in this report changes the facts of that day. This was a homicide. It was premeditated and calculated. The shooter was intent on killing those at the table and then himself.” —Marysville Police Chief Rick Smith
“We continue working together alongside the City of Marysville and the Tulalip Tribes to move forward and help our community heal, unite and grow stronger. Through our joint efforts, we have offered multiple resources, including more than a dozen different therapy and support groups, additional counselors in our schools, youth mental health training for district staff and screenings for at-risk students. It is our goal to create an environment where our students feel safe and supported both in the classroom and out.” —Becky Berg, Marysville Public Schools superintendant
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