Woodman family settles with the Boston Police for $3 Million.

Jeffy and Cathy Woodman, issued a statement through Boston attorney Howard Friedman announcing the settlement. The parents of the 22-year-old, who had a heart condition, said they remain frustrated that no one is being held legally accountable for their son's death.

"This is not a satisfactory resolution; rather, it reflects our choice not to allow anger to affect our family any further,'' Woodman's parents said in the statement.

The family said they will create a foundation to honor the memory of their son, a former Emmanuel College student.

"David was active within Boston, tutoring young students and being a friend to those who lived on the streets. He cared deeply about people who are poor, homeless or looked down on by society,'' the parents said. "The foundation started in his name will continue David’s work by providing empathy, compassion and support to people who are often ignored in this world."

Friedman said in a statement that the Menino administration "has properly accepted responsibility for David Woodman’s tragic death. We hope there will be no similar tragedies. If another incident occurs, we hope it will be investigated quickly, thoroughly and fairly.”

Links:
http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/Stern%20Report.pdf
http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2010/06/woodman_family.html