(NOTE: Email and mailing address information is included at the end of this post.)
In the last several months I've
recommended that Cobain case supporters reach out to certain Seattle
and King County officials with regard to the necessity that the
investigation into Kurt Cobain's death be reopened.
Those officials were 1) Kathleen O'Toole, the Chief of the Seattle Police Department; 2) Dr. Richard Harruff, the King County Chief Medical Examiner; 3)
Daniel T. Satterberg, the King County Prosecuting Attorney; 4)
Councilman Bruce Harrell,
the Chair of the Seattle Public Safety Committee;
and 5) Edward B. Murray, the Mayor of Seattle.
The suggested
content of communication, in addition to citing case evidence and other information you wish to communicate to these
officials, was to request that Chief O'Toole reopen the case;
that Chief Medical Examiner Harruff change the “manner of death”
finding from “Suicide” to either “Undetermined” or
“Homicide”; and with regard to Prosecuting Attorney Satterberg,
Councilman Harrell and Mayor Murray, it was suggested that you
request the assistance of these three officials in helping to bring
the SPD into compliance with the law enforcement obligations owed to
former Seattle citizen and resident Kurt Cobain.
Additionally, as part of your
communication, it was also suggested that you provide a link to
Soaked In Bleach (which is available via Netflix on November 15) and cite
some of the compelling testimony contained in the film, such as
former SPD Chief Norm Stamper's assertions that he would 1) reopen
the case if he were chief again
and that 2) the
behavioral patterns of those with a motive to see Mr. Cobain dead
should have been investigated.
For those that did reach out to some or
all of these individuals I want to acknowledge your efforts and
commitment and to say that your communications have more of an impact
than you may know. So great
job! Also,
for those that have placed their name to a petition or have engaged
in other means of advocacy for a reopening of the case, well done.
It should be highlighted that one of
the great strengths of the Cobain case is the presence of a large
contingent or army of supporters who passionately believe in the
cause. This passion, when channeled into action, is an invaluable
resource and asset – it's a source of strength and power and should
be leveraged, rather than dormant on the sideline. You have always
been a key ingredient in obtaining justice for Kurt Cobain and,
accordingly, the use of your voice towards that end is extremely
important.
It should also be highlighted that the
use of your voice right now is especially significant given the
current and ongoing impact Soaked In Bleach is
having towards
achieving our goal. To use a military term, your voice
is like a “force multiplier” – it's enhancing the overall
effort and bringing us closer to the outcome we all desire.
That said, if you haven't had a chance
to yet, please consider reaching out to the aforementioned
individuals. I can also be contacted via email if you have
questions at kurtfraser45@gmail.com.
Again, well done and keep up the good
work!
CONTACT INFORMATION TO DATE (Email and Mailing Address):
1) Kathleen O'Toole, Chief of
Police, Seattle Police Department
Email: Kathleen.OToole@seattle.gov
Mailing Address:
610 Fifth Avenue
PO Box 34986
Seattle, WA 98124-4986
PO Box 34986
Seattle, WA 98124-4986
2) Dr. Richard Harruff, King County
Chief Medical Examiner
Email: richard.harruff@kingcounty.gov
Mailing Address:
Box
359792
325 Ninth Ave
Seattle, WA 98104-2499
325 Ninth Ave
Seattle, WA 98104-2499
3) Daniel T. Satterberg, King
County Prosecuting Attorney
Email: dan.satterberg@kingcounty.gov
Mailing Address:
Room W554
516 Third Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104-2362
516 Third Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104-2362
4) Bruce Harrell, Councilmember and
Chair of the Seattle Public Safety Committee (committee name
abbreviated)
Email:
bruce.harrell@seattle.gov
Mailing
Address:
PO Box 34025
Seattle, WA 98124-4025
PO Box 34025
Seattle, WA 98124-4025
5) Edward Murray, Mayor of Seattle
Email: ed.murray@seattle.gov
Mailing Address:
PO Box 94749
Seattle, WA 98124-4749
PO Box 94749
Seattle, WA 98124-4749
OK people! We've built an army. Now is the time to march. After 21 years, we finally have the numbers, enough people on board who will stand up and be counted and demand Justice For Kurt.
ReplyDeleteWe can't let this moment pass us by.
We are organizing a March for Justice next year on April 8, the 22nd anniversary, in Seattle. We need to have a peaceful demonstration on the Seattle Police Department HQ, and ask them , "What About Kurt?"
Instead of making this strictly a local Seattle event, let's make it a VIRTUAL MARCH and livestream it to the world. Not only can people tune in and watch from anywhere, they can also take that opportunity to sign their name and city/state/country on a petition to turn this case over to the FBI.
It is strongly encouraged for you to attend in person and MARCH WITH US if there's any way you possibly can. Planning almost 6 months in advance gives people plenty of time to make their travel arrangements for a trip to Seattle.
We want to include Kurt's overseas supporters; he has so many fans all over this planet who want to see justice done. Even if the SPD decides to legally discount their signatures on petitions because they are not U.S. citizens or WA State residents, they will still take note of the sheer numbers of people who are demanding the re-investigation of this case globally. A virtual march will allow Kurt's overseas fans to join hands with their USA counterparts in an international day of activism.
Even here in the states, it is often difficult or even impossible for all of Kurt's fans to travel to Seattle and march with us. But if they were able to tune in and make their voices officially heard from anywhere, they surely would take time out of their busy day to stand with us. That is why I think a virtual march would be so powerful in making a difference. EVERYONE with an internet connection can participate, from anywhere.
Surely Courtney Love herself will be watching (you can bet she won't miss it)...and all of the perpetrators of this heinous crime can see us in action. When they witness the spectacle of millions of viewers, perhaps THEN they will know we are serious, and we aren't just a small minority anymore. We are the MAJORITY now.
Who's in for April 2016? We need your help -- every one of you -- to make this a success. Failure is not an option!
Visit our official Facebook page to learn more about the Kurt Cobain March for Justice 2016 at http://Facebook.com/MarchForKurt2016/
Kurt Fraser, the organizers of this march are all great admirers of your blog. Since you live near Seattle, we hope you will come and march with us next April 8th from SPD HQ over to the Seattle FBI office. We want you there, buddy!
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