In a surprising turn of events, Michael Kennedy, the son of the late Sen. Robert F. Kennedy, has publicly apologized to his wife, children, and the family of the baby sitter with whom he allegedly had an affair.
Admitting to his “serious mistakes,” Kennedy expressed remorse and asked for forgiveness.
This apology comes after prosecutors announced their decision to drop an investigation into allegations that Kennedy had engaged in s**ual relations with the family’s baby sitter before she turned 16.
The investigation was halted due to the young woman’s refusal to cooperate.
Kennedy released his statement shortly after this news broke, marking his first public response since the scandal emerged in April.
Kennedy acknowledged the difficulty of seeking forgiveness from the baby sitter’s family but expressed hope that they would eventually forgive him.
He also extended this plea for forgiveness to his wife and children, vowing to regain their trust and confidence through his actions.
Recognizing the gravity of his mistakes, Kennedy affirmed his commitment to making amends and continuing his personal growth.
As a prominent figure in Massachusetts politics, Kennedy has previously disclosed his ongoing battle with alcoholism and his efforts to overcome it.
This context adds another layer of complexity to the situation, highlighting the challenges he faces in his personal life.
Norfolk County District Attorney Jeffrey Locke revealed that the investigation into statutory rape allegations against Kennedy was discontinued due to a lack of cooperation from the baby sitter, who is now a 19-year-old college sophomore.
Locke emphasized that without independent and compelling evidence, it was not possible to substantiate claims of a s**ual relationship between Kennedy and the baby sitter before she turned
