16th anniversary of the worst day in Binghamton history
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Although 16 years have passed, the emotional wounds are still raw for families of the 13 people viciously massacred in Binghamton's worst mass killing event.
A solemn procession from the American Civic Association to the ACA memorial took place this morning on the anniversary of the shooting on April 3rd, 2009. Family members of the deceased were joined by ACA staff and local dignitaries to honor the lives that were tragically ended.
Binghamton Mayor Jared Kraham says it was an event that the city must never forget.
'Like most Binghamton residents, I remember many of the details of April 3, 2009. I remember where I was when I heard the news, how we tried as a community to make sense of the tragedy in the days, weeks and months that followed. Years later, we are still grappling with that,' Kraham said.
The ACA memorial at the corner of Front and Clinton Streets was conceived, designed and constructed by the victims' families with the assistance of community fundraising.
There are 13 plaques for the victims, 13 illuminated glass birds, and a broken obelisk representing the lives that were cut short. Jeff King, whose mother Bobbie King was among the victims, says building the memorial was like a form of therapy.
'It was part of the healing process I would say. And to see it here, beautifully maintained, we appreciate the city's efforts with that. We come here once in awhile and just remember solemnly our lives lost here,' King said.
Local artist Ayana Del Valle sang Amazing Grace. The participants then returned to the ACA for a memorial brunch.
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16th anniversary of the worst day in Binghamton history
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