PHOENIX — As news broke Thursday about the death of O.J. Simpson, people across the globe had a variety of reactions.
But for Fred Goldman, sadness was the only emotion he could express. He lives in the Valley and briefly spoke to 12News via phone.
“It’s a reminder of how long Ron has been gone and how much we miss him,” Goldman said to 12News.
Goldman's son, Ron, along with Simpson's ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, were killed in 1994 during a knife attack in Los Angeles.
Simpson was the main suspect in the deaths, but he was ultimately acquitted of the charges that he killed his former wife and her friend. Simpson was then later found liable in a separate civil trial.
The Goldman family released the following statement in reaction to Simpson's death:
“The news of Ron’s killer passing away is a mixed bag of complicated emotions and reminds us that the journey through grief is not linear. For three decades we tirelessly pursued justice for Ron and Nicole, and despite a civil judgement and his confession in If I Did It, the hope for true accountability has ended. We will continue to advocate for the rights of all victims and survivors, ensuring our voices are heard both within and beyond the courtroom. And despite his death, the mission continues; there's always more to be done. Thank you for keeping our family, and most importantly Ron, in your hearts for the last 30 years."
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