BOSTON -- The family of Neil Entwistle gave this written statement to Worksop Guardian reporter Debbie Lockett as they left the court after sentencing.

"We write this in the wake of the verdict of our innocent son Neil, and we are devastated by the outcome."

"We find the strength, however, as we have done for the past two and a half years to fight through this difficult time with the love and support from our family and friends back home."

"There are too many individuals for us to name personally at this time, but we express our deepest gratitude to each and everyone."

"To the people of Worksop, the United Kingdom and America who have also given us support, we thank you."

"We chose to respect America by not being dragged into pre-trial propaganda as this trial was for the courtroom only."

"Unfortunately, America did not respect us back and has not given our innocent son a fair trial."

"We send you all our love, God bless you all."