'The judge said the university had not yet decided on his future, but noted: "I have never seen anyone more contrite for what has happened nor one who regrets more the hurt and distress he has caused." . . '
I think that tells its own story to be honest. As an ex-serviceman myself, I can understand the outrage. But it seems to me this was merely a stupid one-off while he was absolutely off his tits on drink, rather than a deliberately malevolent cat of nastiness. I think he could do with being given a wee bit of slack, especially as he's shown such contrition.
I certainly don't like the widespread vitriol that he's being shown across the internet.
I've seen far worse forgiven, far sooner . . .