Walter Koenig's (ST Chekov) son is missing in Canada - sad update #5

[Alysser]

This is so sad, I wish this could have ended differently. I loved Walter Koenig in ST, loved Chekov - to see him standing there crying at the press conference was pretty difficult. May his son RIP, and may his parents find comfort.

[Marigold2]

This is very very sad, anyone who knows and loves a person with depression understands that often it is a lifelong battle and you are always a bit afraid the person will slip. It 's the same with someone who drinks or takes drugs and falls off the wagon. Painful for all. I hope his parents are able to find some peace soon.

[Catty1]

It appears he didn't want to be found. He was deep in the bush in the park...and used a tree...

What a horrible thing for his parents - and everyone - to see.

But I also know when things get really dark, you can't see outside your own head.

RIP and wishing peace to his family and friends.

[phesina]

I am so sorry about this. How very sad for everyone concerned. My very deepest wishes that he is resting in peace now, after such bleakness and despair.

And my very deepest sympathy to his family and all the others who love him dearly and would have done anything to spare him this if he'd only been able to receive and accept their loving care.

[happylabs]

So very sad. I was praying they would find him still alive. Saw the press conference. His father was so broken. Must be one of the worst things in the world to lose a child this way.

[Catty1]

I really admire his dad in the way he reached out to those who suffer with depression and those who know them. Very brave, in spite of how haggard and devastated he is.