The statement, released by Steven Anderson and the Anderson family through the family's attorney, states, "On behalf of myself and my family, I would like to express our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of Sade Robinson. We are shocked and devasted by her senseless death."

Anderson added, "To Sade’s mother and father, words cannot express our sorrow for the incomprehensible pain and grief you are going through. We join the entire community in celebrating Sade’s life."

The statement concluded by asking for privacy as the family processes the situation.