In her apology letter, McKirchy expressed regret for her actions, stating that her overwhelming anger in 1984 led her to strike Benjamin Dowling, resulting in his lifelong disabilities. She described the chaotic environment of caring for crying babies and her inability to manage her emotions. McKirchy’s plea highlighted the tragic ripple effects of that single moment of violence, which left Dowling suffering with severe impairments for 35 years.
Benjamin Dowling's parents detailed the profound impact of the injuries endured by their son, stating that he experienced none of the joys typical for a child. They lamented that he "never crawled, fully rolled over, walked, never talked, never fed himself," and even the simplest pleasures, like enjoying a hamburger or ice cream, were taken away from him because of McKirchy's actions.
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