That's all I can surmise, as well. But the writer's feelings of guilt cannot be understated.

Sgt. Deane's death is only one of quite a long list now of witnesses who have passed away.

The dining room meeting in the premier's office was critical, quite possibly. When the most powerful man in the province (speaks), you know he expects to be listened to.

There is a concern that some of your actions and your comments . . .were unnecessary and potentially influenced OPP officers... and may have contributed, or precipitated the use of unnecessary force.