ID: "He's an incredible kid, and horrific as it is, he did some good things"

From KPVI:

Draper Family Makes Statement

The family of Brian Draper made a statement Friday. On Tuesday (April 18th, 2007), a jury found Brian guilty of First Degree Murder and Conspiracy to Commit First Degree Murder for the stabbing death of Cassie Jo Stoddart last September...

In the statement, the Drapers say Cassie's death is the worst kind of tragedy and, "Words cannot say how dreadful we feel about what transpired that evening." The Drapers say their thoughts and prayers are with Cassie's family daily. "We pray, above all else, that they will find peace."

In the statement, the Drapers also extend on open hand to the Stoddart family, offering to help in their healing process. "If there is anything we can do to help, please do not hesitate to contact this (Bannock County Public Defender's) office."

The family also thanks the Public Defender's office. "We would like to thank the wonderful team that has represented Brian, headed by Randy (Schulthies) and Dave (Martinez). The entire office has gotten to know Brian and our family, and seeing them become so emotionally connected has warmed our hearts... without them, we could not be able to survive this terrible tragedy."

Finally, the Drapers say even though Brian changed his story, he ultimately confessed and led detectives to the evidence. "We were promised they (the detectives) would help us as a result of this, and we are still waiting..."