Good morning Ryan,
I wanted to write to you this morning to express my concern regarding this article, specifically the photograph printed with it.

My name is Keri Keane, and I grew up involved with the Melha Shriners, as my father was heavily involved, holding the same position at one point as the man charged in the article. The Shriners, as an organization are one of the most charitable organizations in the world, especially for children. Look at the local Shriner’s Hospital for Children!

As a mother of a 2 year old, I believe what this man is charged with is absolutely appalling and have no sympathy for him or what he is accused of doing. However, printing a photograph of him, wearing his fez, I believe is entirely inappropriate. It shines a poor light on an organization that has a solid history of helping children and their families and your article alone could possibly taint that. The organization had nothing to do with what this man is accused of doing. My father never, ever did or would do what this man is accused of! Why would you think that it is appropriate to disgrace the Shrine name because of this man?

I understand that reporting the news is your job, but choosing that particular photograph was, in my opinion, unnecessary and bordering unethical.

Thank you for taking the time to read my email. I can be reached via reply or at the phone number below if you have any questions or comments.

Sincerely,
Keri Keane

Be weary of any adult person that loves hanging around children on a regular basis