Keara Torkelson

“For those of us who lived through Nov. 5, 2009, this is so much more than a headline or a political debate. It’s part of our lives and our story that we continue to carry. I believe there is a way to acknowledge accountability and justice while still honoring the lives lost, the survivors, and the families who have lived with the aftermath for nearly 17 years.”

Keara Torkelson · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-15

Torkelson told ABC News that the Fort Hood shooting is part of survivors' lives and that accountability and justice can honor those affected.

“Justice doesn’t need to be broadcast to be real, and the victims and survivors shouldn’t have to relive any part of this through a public spectacle,”

Keara Torkelson · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-15

Torkelson told ABC News that justice does not need to be broadcast and survivors should not have to relive the events publicly.

“removing the livestream is the right decision.”

Keara Torkelson · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-15

Torkelson, who was shot by Hasan at Fort Hood, said removing the livestream was the right decision.