Posted on March 25, 2019
NEWTOWN – State Representatives Mitch Bolinsky, J.P. Sredzinski and Raghib Allie-Brennan, and State Senator Tony Hwang issued the following statement on Monday regarding the unexpected passing of Sandy Hook resident, Jeremy Richman.
“We are shocked and saddened, as is the whole community, by this tragic news. After losing their daughter on December 14, 2012, Mr. Richman and his wife, Jennifer Hensel, dedicated their lives to the Avielle Foundation, becoming a force in the support of brain-health, research, advocacy, and making the world a better place. Jeremy’s accomplishments were an inspiration to many and we will miss him. Please join us in keeping his family in our thoughts and prayers as we grieve his loss.”
Now is a good time to join hands and surround those you love with support and reassurance. If you, or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out. You can call t¬he National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255, or reach to the Crisis Text Line by texting ‘Home’ to 741741.
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