Boys Club Comment On Richardson Conviction

March 6, 2014

slider-04[Updated] The Board of De Boys Day Out Club has commented following the criminal conviction of youth leader Milton Richardson on four charges of touching a young boy for sexual purposes, namely kissing him.

Richardson [pictured] was remanded into custody, and will be sentenced at a later date.

The Board of De Boys Day Out Club said, “It grieves us at this time, to have to make this statement, given the unfortunate situation involving our Executive Director, Mr. Milton Richardson.

“De Boys Day Out Club was founded in 1997, with the specific purpose of providing male mentoring to boys in need of male role modelling, to aid them in their journey from boyhood to manhood.

The Board commented on the actual conviction, and said, “None of these are behaviours that this organization would ever condone or allow.

“Our board, represented by seven other board members and other male mentors, implore the public to not crucify our organization…….whose mission is to provide male mentoring to school aged boys through quality training programmes and wholesome activities.

“There is a huge need in this country for on-going male mentoring in support of our young men. Our work will and must go on. When adversity strikes, the nature of a man is truly tested.

“Now is not the time to cower, but as an organization that has built itself over the years to be greater than its founder, to press on,” said the club.

Richardson has a long history of working with young people both locally and abroad, having taught at various schools in addition to his work with the De Boys Day Out Club.

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  1. Coffee says:

    Is there a safe haven anywhere for our young males ?

    • Kim Smith says:

      … or females!

      • Speak Truth says:

        This really sad to hear, it is almost unbelievable. Knowing the work Richardson did with young man makes it difficult to learn what has now happen.

        But keep working board members as Male positive Mentors are needed very much in Bermuda

        A really difficult situation, but stand strong.

      • Waiting 4 Justice says:

        WHERE IS THE SEX OFFENDERS BOOK OBA? HOW MANY MONTHS DOES IT TAKE? THIS WAS PROMISED BEFORE THE ELECTION.

        • so sad says:

          Contactvthe coalition of protection of children Sheila Coopers Office it in fact has begun we just hsve to ask for it

        • Marcella says:

          If someone has been officially convicted of committing a sex crime, they should be in jail. What will a book do? Maybe once they have been released, it will be beneficial, but what are you gonna do… study the book and forever avoid contact with the people?

          • thats the point says:

            yes

            • Let's be real... says:

              That makes no sense. A registry will only provide people with false security. This man had no convictions of this sort before, so what would the registry have done in this case? Nothing. People need to be vigilant with whom they allow their children to spend time with. Most sex offenders are people already in your circle, not some random person off the street sneaking into your child’s bedroom window. A registry will not eliminate the need for people to monitor those who are around their children. It will have people spending their time pointing at the people who have been convicted, while the person not on the registry slips in undetected.

              • Marcella says:

                My thoughts exactly!!! I feel that things like news articles like this one are useful. However, no registry will ever be stronger (or SHOULD ever be stronger) than your own instinct.

                There are many people on here commenting that they got a bad vibe from the man. So, why let your child hang around someone who you are uncomfortable with.

                Furthermore, the OBA has far more pressing issues to deal with than create this registry. Sure, it needs to get done. But I see far more important issues that they need to be working on.

                • Marcella says:

                  Also, keep in mind that the formation of a registry isn’t going to magically get rid of sexual offenders. Obviously, it will be a tool used in job screening processes. But that doesn’t eliminate the possibility of sexually perverted people who haven’t been caught or convicted from being hired in positions of trust like the position that this man had.

    • Safe says:

      The safe haven in which you speak of is at home with their parents.

  2. Mr. Speaker says:

    Its been years since Milton has been apart of the organization and out of all those years how many boys has he touched off of and hasn’t said anything yet.

    • IMJUSTHONEST says:

      FROMWHAT I HEAR ITS WAY MORE THAN THAT 1 HOPEFULLY THEY ALL COME FORWARD AND EXPOSE

  3. bornb says:

    Apparently not!!! Ridiculous

  4. nuffin but the truth says:

    whoever stated The Isles of Devils was RIGHT!

  5. The Messenger says:

    There is the Big Brothers & Big Sisters Organization, as well as the Mirrors Program.

    I feel that the Courts should order a thorough background investigation to establish if Milton Richardson has molested other boys who were in his charge. I strongly suspect that the subject victim wasn’t his first and only one. Remember, persons who have been victims of sexual assault/abuse, usually go on to violate others–hurt people hurt people.

    To the Board of De Boys Day Out Club, I urge you to look into this serious matter and not try to quickly dismiss it to save face. Certainly, if I had a grandson or son in Milton Richardson’s care I would begin posing questions to them.

  6. whatanidiot says:

    I had a feeling something was fishy about him… picked up my neighbors son from the program and was kinda freaked out about him..

    • Donnie says:

      That’s true… that mans a weirdo I remember my Dellwood middle school days I use to see him… always around little boys and tings… kinda grown ass man wanna be around little boys all day… pedo

  7. Keepin' it Real...4Real! says:

    This type of News would not shock you if you knew what times you are living in…when someone tells you that you are living in the end times, i suggest you take heed, all that is happening has been written, don’t let fear steer you astray,and you may start to think different, act different, expect different which is cohesive with different times…forget the past it is the past, old era….wake up to the New Millennium…the New World Order.

    • crackattack says:

      This type of news would also not shock those who know that children have been molested and exploited throughout human history. It’s not a new problem. People have also been predicting the end times for about 2000 years. And yet the world keeps turning

    • Srsly? says:

      Tomorrow… The sun will rise, and there will be crime, the world will end, people will go to work, and pigs will fly.

      All of those predictions are not true just because some are.

    • the wonderer says:

      Keeping it real? From what you wrote you seem like you don’t know how to keep it real. Keeping it real would being saying “we as a society have always had bad eggs in the bunch. In the past in the present and most certainly in the future.” New world order?? Wtf u on about dude? I want what you been smoking.

  8. A Sad Day says:

    I have known Milton for about 40 years and while he was someone who had effeminate ways, he was a good person. What he did was terribly wrong and he should feel the full weight of the law for his wrong doing and any other wrong doing that comes to light.

    This being said, please don’t discount the fact that he has helped numerous boys over the years. I have seen many of the boys take their place in society as upstanding young man and I am sure that many of them would be able to attest to the many good things about Milton.

    I am not denying the gravity of his wrong doing, nor do I condone anything that has been inappropriately done (known and unknown) but keep in mind that he was not ALL bad. He did a lot of good and I don’t think this should be lost sight of as he now has this cloud of bad hanging over him.

    • Purleeeeeease says:

      This is an asinine comment !!!! So he is only a little bit of a poedophile???? Read the court case. He abused his position to get close to this young boy. How many times has this happened before? How many young men are too ASHAMED to come forward because has exploited them? He needs to burn in HELL with all of the rest of the sick individuals that exploit young children for their own SICK gratification.

      • Just saying! says:

        You sound like a victim!

        • IMJUSTHONEST says:

          YOU SOUND LIKE AN A**HOLE

        • Purleeeeeeeeeease says:

          This has to be a troll comment!!!! I have more faith in the human race than to believe that an individual thinks this is an appropriate response to the post I wrote!!!

          Perhaps you are defending what you do??

      • Bee says:

        I grew up with Milton in my life. He used to take me out to give my mom a break. Let me be the first to say that he NEVER touched me ot even looked at me inappropriately. I felt comfortable and safe with him. I loved Milton for being there when my father was not.

        Im questioning myself because of this. I feel torn. So sorry for Milton that he is sick in his mind. Even worse for the child…

        I am not saying this did not happen to the child. I am so sorry for what happened to the child. But, I will admit that Milton helped me to believe in myself and to get on the right path.

        It is a shame!! All the good he has done is stripped from him because he could not exercise self control. To the boy’s family, I am so so sorry!!! I hope the boy or possibly boys get the help they need. I hope Milton gets the help he may need.

      • A Sad Day says:

        @ Purleeeeeease (Mar 6th-11:40pm), I can understand your disgust but please read my post again and you will see that nowhere did I even hint that he is ‘only a little bit of a pedophile.’ As I said, I actually believe he should be fully punished for any and all wrongdoing done.

        I actually feel for him as he obviously is sick and needs help. I would bet my last dollar that every society has its share of misfits and equally you will see that no one, and I mean no one is reformed as a result of outrage, insults and heightened accusations.

        How about you visit him while he is on remand and try and help him with his rehabilitation. It is fine to say he should burn in hell but how about adding to the situation so that he doesn’t repeat the offense and cause others to burn in hell including you based on your blind hatred.

        I am not about to assassinate him because of this shortcoming. For all we know, this was his only incident. This could have been a one time, SERIOUS lapse in his judgment. Sorry, I am not going to assume that many other boys are in tow. The odds are that there may be more but I for one will not cross the line of judgment until this is proven. If this is proven then Milton should be dealt the full weight of the law along with rehab.

        The same way they nailed Brangman, they can get Milton but until this comes to the fore, I will continue to feel for him as he deals with his sickness.

      • serenity says:

        PEDOPHILE … Any “good” that one claims Richardson has done with a young person is NO GOOD !!! He is a pedophile. He can NEVER BE TRUSTED within arms length of a young person.

        WARNING … Pedophiles set up themselves to build close trusting relationships with young people. The “Hang Out” place of a Pedophile is in a supporting environment for young people (ie. families, girls/boys clubs, church youth programs,etc.)

        ALARMING STATISTICS … the success rate for curing a pedophile is 2%. I repeat … No pedophile can be trusted within arms length of a young person.

        TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS … I wish I had trusted my instincts! I have observed Richardson for many years. My instincts screamed out “Pedophile”. His mannerisms … his life revolved around young people … no girlfriends.

        CHRISTIANITY … It would be remiss of me not to mention this aspect of life. Even though Richardson has been waving the “Flag of Christianity” for many years … he has now been found wanting. Richardson … do not continue to add “Insult to Injury” by “Blaming the Victim”. Admit to your guilt, seek forgiveness, get counselling and most of all STAY AWAY FROM YOUNG PEOPLE. To the Christian Church … Do not sweep the actions of a pedophile under the rug and move on like “Life as Usual”. Remember … Church Youth Groups is one of the “Hang Out” places of a Pedophile.

        PROTECT OUR YOUNG PEOPLE !!!

    • sage says:

      Thats what people said about Michael jackson. Not all bad?? Thank goodness he couldn’t afford Mark Geragos.

    • the wonderer says:

      I’ve knownbl him for some time as well. I was a student of his and one of the first member of the club. He was always over sensitive with the boys. I always had that bad feeling about him and what do you know? He’s a creeper and he is getting what he deserves.

    • He's still someone's child says:

      he does of a good heart.. i’m very sad that this has happened… only Milton can help himself through the grace of God.

      prayers for the young boys family, they will need help as well.

      • I Should Know says:

        “prayers for the young boys family, they will need help as well.”

        Funny that you mention the help the perp needs before the help the child needs… You may mean no harm by your comment, but The CHILD is still someone’s CHILD… Milton’s needs are secondary!

      • smh says:

        Ya Hitler was still someones child to huh

  9. Ess Ess Dee says:

    I’ve seen this man on the seventh day channel and immediately knew something was weird about his spirit. He has molested and interfered with this young boys psyche and I believe that an investigation into the other young boys that he has “mentored” should occur. We need to protect our young people from these predators!

    • US Observer In Pink Sand says:

      Would it have made a difference if you had seen him on the AME, Methodist, Catholic, Holy Roly Channel? You know there are probably “weird” people on those channels as well.

      #ignorantcomment

      • One Up One Down says:

        The comment didn’t say he was weird because he was on that channel……the person said that’s where they saw him…..like saying they saw him on a certain street or something.

        It’s strange that you took that comment the way you did.

  10. patient says:

    If Mr. RIchardson behaved in appropriately his act must be treated as a criminal one. His reputation is smeared no matter what the outcome of this case would have been. I do think he must be viewed in light of what we do know…He has served the community and helped many people. I do hope he can get the help that he needs and be able to be functional in society again and redeem his own sense of value and balance. Likewise I hope that they young man can put this behind him and move on. It is terrible that he has had this misfortune and it is even worse that all trust communities will be laden with the insecurity and doubt about their leadership. We do have good people out there trying to do what parents should have done…We must encourage all victims to speak up and help us sort through who is credible and not credible.

  11. Purleeeeeease says:

    Why do you care??? You hope he can be functional in society !!! Erm yeah if he is not allowed to be around young children for extended periods of time. And your ‘likewise’ comment for the young boy that trusted this man, is very unfeeling. Let’s be clear the young man is the VICTIM here and should be considered first and foremost before any empathy is given to the pedophile.

  12. Mr. Speaker says:

    A REGISTRY IS A MUST EVERY WEEK SOMEONE NEW IS GOIN COURT FOR THIS DIRT.

  13. nuffin but the truth says:

    and people are screaming about not wanting public transport made an essential service……
    this proves what I said elsewhere,..kids are going to be fooled into getting into some perverts car on the false promise of taking them home…yes,they going to take them home…their home!
    Wise Up parents!

    • jonny says:

      totally irrelevant, as if perverts cant pick a child up standing at a bus stop

  14. Unity says:

    Thank you to the Board of De Boys Day Out Club for recognizing the reality of an unpredicted and unexpected situation. Thank you for your continued work with male mentoring. Sometimes adversity is what you need to face in order to become successful.

    • SMDH says:

      Unpredicted??? I think not. I knew of this man over 15 years ago, before he started the club. When he started the club I was shocked!! I told my friends this was going to happen. And I’m quite sure this isn’t the first boy this has happend to….

  15. Vote for Me says:

    Firstly, I trust that all possible help and support will be afforded to the young man that was assaulted in this case and any other young men that have been assaulted previously.

    The conviction of Mr. Richardson will ultimately prove the strength of the Club. The remaining members need to redouble their effort to support young men in Bermuda.

    The Club has made the first step by denouncing Mr. Richardson’s actions. I do not think there is any value in trying to temper his atrocity with whatever good he may have done.

    Many people will not know who else is involved in the Club and remaining members will need to decide to put a new public face to the Club. Most importantly, the Club needs to reflect on what steps can be taken to ensure that any existing risk of offences by any remaining members is eliminated or reduced as far as possible. It would also be instructive to find out how such behavior was missed in the past.

    All of Bermuda’s young males need mentoring and guidance. Keep up your individual and collective efforts to provide support to our young males.

  16. Tricks Are For Kids says:

    Sad indeed……concerns were expressed about him when he was seen in a particular setting but they were ignored and look where we are today……an earlier comment scoffed at the idea that there may be others…don’t be so quick to brush it off as not being a possibility……It’s hard to feel any sympathy towards Milton I’m afraid as he was in a position of TRUST…to mentor….shape and mold our young men…..HE VIOLATED that trust….A lapse in judgement????? Really????? HE TOOK ADVANTAGE of that young person…..a simple sorry I made a mistake is not going to fix it or make it right……he NEEDS to be held ACCOUNTABLE……and DESERVES EVERY AND ANYTHING THAT FOLLOWS………..

  17. Proud to be Bermudian says:

    What is really sad about this whole situation is that the parents who have these children are to blame. People have children and then do not want to shoulder the responsibility of raising them and caring for them. Then along come people who step in and take advantage of these vulnerable children. People need to realize if you lay down to make these children than you should be raising them. Stop putting yourself first put your children first.

    • Really ?!? says:

      How can you blame the parents? They do not take their boys to the club and tell the Guy – here is my son do what you like with him its ok because I dont want the responsibility of raising him. I am proud to be a Bermudian too and I don’t appreciate your comments.

      • Proud to be Bermudian says:

        I am sorry you took offence to what I said. However, I work with children and see first hand how parents neglect their children by not picking them up when they should be picked up. Not supporting them when they should be there at assemblies, sports days and teacher conferences. I am not talking about every parent but the parents who let other people parent their children while they are out doing whatever. Nothing is more important in your life when you have decided to bring a child into this world than to care for that child completely.

        • Everytime you hear... says:

          It’s a hard call really. Unfortunately a lot of these young boys come from single parent (mostly female) homes. Fathers are not around much if at all and people are desperate for their sons to get positive interaction with adult males. You can be the best mom in the world but if your son’s father isn’t playing a decent role in the upbringing of your son; you are desperate for someone to take an interest. With all this male teen anger out here; is it any wonder there are often maternal lapses in judgment or gut feelings that get ignored? Not saying it’s right but this is the perfect storm of situations that we are dealing with.

        • smh says:

          That don’t have anything to do with this story .. Take it up with those parents not this story

        • smh says:

          Matter of fact proud to be Bermudianu sound ignorant

    • I Should Know says:

      That is a very broad, blanket comment to make that borders on ignorance (and that’s being kind). I hope this is not necessarily directed to this situation, as you know NOT this family nor other families who seek out these agencies/clubs for their children. Sometimes parents seek such avenues to ensure their children are well-rounded and SAFE. If they did not, you’d likely find them on the streets – not ENROLLED in a club.

    • serenity says:

      Your comment is so inappropriate … blaming the parent. For whatever reason, these children come seeking the additional support of an adult in a supposedly safe environment. Trust was seriously violated … to the point of a “Criminal Offence” and all you can think to do is blame the parent.

      Whilst the expectation of a parent is loving care and protection of the child, at times, support from other sources is much needed.

      I pray for the healing of this family.

  18. mike says:

    put there pic on the milk cartons so everybody knows who theses freaks are. Now brangman got a new playmate

    • shaka zulu says:

      What happen to the guy last week with the beach incendent??i know he went to prison, but that case was not much heard of..He was a resident of twenty years so i say revoke his green card if that’s how he is here , or if he does not have one, put his ass on the next flight out ,once he leaves prison..As for the milk carton idea, that is for missing children, i suggest printing all there photos on toilet paper..

  19. jonny says:

    What is sad is thinking how many young boys he may have touched over the 20 years. You say he has done wonderful work helping young boys, but how do we know he didn’t set that program up to be a constant source of opportunity, wolf in sheeps clothing.

    • serenity says:

      You are absolutely right! That is how the mind of a pedophile works. The pedophile creates the environment for easy access to the victim.

  20. Mr. Meoff says:

    My comment is simple. How can the organization of which he was a long standing employee stand there and defend his actions by stating that “He only kissed the boy and did not touch or fondle or committ any sexual act.” You all need to wake up. This Perv was up to no good. This case was reported, how many more have not. If it all starts off with a kiss, it will eventually lead to a sexual encounter/act.
    Stop defending a PEDOPHILE. Lock his a** up.

  21. Prayerful says:

    Unfortunately, Mr. Richardson will not live a happy carefree life at Westgate, unless he is solitary confinement.

  22. swing voter says:

    Milton u done messed up bad! and to the board, you shudda jus shut up about this incident, dissolve and disband the organization, and start from scratch. De Boys Day Out = Milton Richardson….it was his brain-child… and was his downfall…

    • Orlanda Bascome says:

      Hats off to the mother who believed in her child and the child for telling his mother.

      I’m sure there’s other boys out there. Thank God I did not enrol my kids.

    • serenity says:

      I agree … shut down the “De Boys Day Out”.

  23. Jamai says:

    This is indeed a SAD situation, I feel for the young boy and his family, no one should have to endure this at all. I did not know this man personally but I have seen him around and I have heard about the ‘good’ he has done, however, this clearly changes things because who is to say this hasn’t happened before, I do agree that they need to investigate further into his history working for the boys club to see if he has done this before.

    Also, without down playing what has happened they also need to look into his past to see if he as a child was molested, because in most cases that is the reason behind why these men flip, not saying all but most do.

    My prayers go out to the young boy and his family.

  24. IMJUSTHONEST says:

    HOW CAN WE NOT CRUCIFY THE ORGANIZATION IF WE HAVE ALREADY PUT OUR TRUST IN IT AND IT HAS FAILED US? THAT MAN MAY HAVE BEEN DOING THIS TO YOUNG BOYS SINCE IT HAS STARTED ITS FUNNY THAT IT TOOK ALL THIS TIME FOR IT TO COME OUT! THIS IS TERRIBLE AND IF ANY PARENT CONTINUES TO ALOW THEIR SON TO GO THIS THIS THEY DESERVE EXACTLY WHAT THEY GET. MY SON WILL NEVER EVER STEP A FOOT ON THAT BUS OR INTO THAT PROGRAM WE DONT NEED **** TO SHOW OUR MAN HOW TO BE MAN DO WE?? SAD ! BUT GLAD HE HAS BEEN CONVICTED HOPE THE WESTGATE BOYS **** *** HIM!

    • Bozey says:

      If you are so sure, why didn’t you step up and speak?? Just as guilty!! As for the program… you cannot judge the it for the sick actions of Mr Richardson!! This program has helped many young men…my son included!! He has never seen the inside of a prison cell..aged 19 high school graduate, working and a volunteer in the Bda Regiment! Not a bad track record….

      • serenity says:

        I can understand how most parents would want NOTHING TO DO with this organization.

        Thank God … as far as you know … your child is not a victim of sexual abuse while in this program. Know that, the perpetrator chooses victims with a certain profile.

        To those interested parties read the book “Sins of the Father” !!!

  25. Instincts says:

    So glad my instincts served me correctly on this man. I always felt in my spirit something was not right with him. I thought about signing my boys up for this club. Lord only knows I would be up on MURDER charges.

  26. Joe Public says:

    This guys been a creep! I always though he was weird driving round in that van full of lil boys. Its no way in hell this is the 1st time his touched a lil boy! They need to do an investigation into all the former members of the boys day out club and if he is found guilty again SKIN HIM!!! Lock him up! Burn down de walls of babylon with him inside!!!!! Nasty!!!

  27. Upsetwithverdict says:

    Yea u should consider changing the name of this organization and also make it possible for where ever or when ever an adult has to be with a child for there to be at least 3 ppl present, either another adult or an older child.

    • Orlanda Bascome says:

      That was my red flag for not signing up my sons. It was just him going on the outings with the boys.

  28. Free rashun says:

    I hate rapists nasty purvs

  29. MONA LI$A says:

    protect the youths!!!

    • MONA LI$A says:

      this guys is a certified freak!!! got his own boys website and all!!!

  30. bermudagirl says:

    I used to see him up at victor scott school picking up kids and he used to give me the creeps.

  31. A Sad Day says:

    @ Purleeeeeease (Mar 6th-11:40pm), I can understand your disgust but please read my post again and you will see that nowhere did I even hint that he is ‘only a little bit of a pedophile.’ As I said, I actually believe he should be fully punished for any and all wrongdoing done.

    I actually feel for him as he obviously is sick and needs help. I would bet my last dollar that every society has its share of misfits and equally you will see that no one, and I mean no one is reformed as a result of outrage, insults and heightened accusations.

    How about you visit him while he is on remand and try and help him with his rehabilitation. It is fine to say he should burn in hell but how about adding to the situation so that he doesn’t repeat the offense and cause others to burn in hell including you based on your blind hatred.

    I am not about to assassinate him because of this shortcoming. For all we know, this was his only incident. This could have been a one time, SERIOUS lapse in his judgment. Sorry, I am not going to assume that many other boys are in tow. The odds are that there may be more but I for one will not cross the line of judgment until this is proven. If this is proven then Milton should be dealt the full weight of the law along with rehab.

    The same way they nailed Brangman, they can get Milton but until this comes to the fore, I will continue to feel for him as he deals with his sickness.

    • serenity says:

      All I can do is “shake my head” to your comments.

      The words that you use to describe Richardson’s behavior is cause for much concern (ie. referring to his actions as “a shortcoming”, “a serious lapse in judgement”). Richardson has committed a “Criminal Offense” !!!

      This has been and continues to be “A Sad Day” in the life of a young man and his family.

      Please … do the readers a favor and mourn in silence for the pedophile.

      • smh says:

        Thanks serenity some people are just so full of crap mentally n physically

  32. foldgers says:

    To everyone trying to defend Mr. Richardsons behaviour, you have to know this..predators go through deliberate steps to feed their need. In this case, it appears that Mr. Richardson used the ‘grooming’ method. This is when the predator works to put themselves in a position of trust and also makes themselves an invaluable part of someones life, someones family.This may take time, even years, but their aim is to gain a reputation of trust so that when an accusation is made, the assume that they will be believed. They usually seek out problematic victims, or vulnerable victims to provide instant excuses. However they ususally get caught out because they underestimate or overestimate the impact they feel they have made on everyone. Everyone cant be fooled all the time. Ye Mr. Richardson needs help, but please do not discount what may have happened along the way and is being hailed as good deeds when all was done for his ‘grooming’ that would allow him to have endless access to the young men.Blessings to all families involved

  33. Jamai says:

    All of you know are saying you knew this man was a freak and never said anything before now really need to shut your mouths. If you didn’t speak up before you are just as guilty, I am getting tried of everyone having something to say about this man now but probably didn’t speak up before.

    Still praying for this young boy and his family. To the family of Mr. Richardson I am praying for you as well. Once again I say this is a very SAD situation.

  34. I Should Know says:

    I’ve been reading through the comments and recognize support for the perpetrator mainly because of “good deeds” Milton has done. Here’s what I have to say:

    No one can ever discount the good… and no one never should… because the good comes from The Almighty One.

    Milton did a lot of good via his club… That’s absolutely true… but was his MOTIVATION pure? Or was there a twisted desire meshed in there to gain the trust of ppl to leave their precious gifts in his charge?

    For one, it’s been revealed he was NOT a licensed behavioural therapist as he lead many to believe… He was coerced to admit this in court. Yet, he gained the trust of many schools, organizations, teachers, and parents with this one misrepresentation alone.

    Satan apparently does good too, doesn’t he… until his motives are revealed in his final executed design – which is often not so easy to fix!

    Again, I don’t think anyone is ALL bad – but Milton Richardson CHOSE to do this wrong of the most devious type. This was certainly NO mistake on his behalf, nor was this a misunderstanding on the behalf of the child or the family! Anyone who says otherwise are choosing NOT to see the truth because they THINK they know Milton and/or are unaware of the evidence and proceedings of events.

    Milton gained the trust of the family and then he cunningly calculated his attack(s). He clinched it when he had the AUDACITY to place LYING BLAME upon the family after he was caught and charged… This was all UNDER OATH, mind you. NO REMORSE AT ALL! If this child did not speak up, there would’ve been many more victims – as I’m sure there were many before this.

    Compassion should be reserved for the victim(s) and the family who collectively seek final victory over the long-reaching misdeeds of this grown-ass man. THAT is what matters here most. Don’t you think?! And, yes, I should know.

  35. Shaking My Head says:

    BOYS DAY OUT CLUB… You are so wrong for minimizing what this man has done. According to your press release “Mr. Richardson Milton was deemed guilty of four counts of kissing, not sexual molestation, as the daily newspaper alluded to. There was no touching or caressing and he was not found guilty of such.” ARE YOU KIDDING ME!!! When a someone exposes themself to a child there is no touching either!!!. Doesn’t make it any less of a crime. According to the World Health Organization Sexual Abuse is defined as These guidelines adopt the definition of child sexual abuse formulated by the
    1999 WHO Consultation on Child Abuse Prevention (62) which stated that:
    “Child sexual abuse is the involvement of a child in sexual activity that he or she does not fully comprehend, is unable to give informed consent to, or for which the child is not developmentally prepared and cannot give consent, or that violates the laws or social taboos of society. Child sexual abuse is evidenced by this activity between a child and an adult or another child who by age or development is in a relationship of responsibility, trust or power, the activity
    being intended to gratify or satisfy the needs of the other person.

    You want us to not crucify the club but with the mentality you have displayed in your comments I can only wonder if the child had come to you directly and said that he was kissed would you have brushed him off and said “don’t worry it’s only a kiss”. KEEP IT REAL… the man is a molester and will now pay for his crime.

  36. Legal Eagle says:

    I cannot believe what Ms Richardson from De Boys Day out had to say on the ZBM news. She is SO out of touch with reality. I agree, this guy should have had alarm bells sounding ages ago. But what Ms Richardson says was disgraceful…….minimizing his actions, ‘…a social taboo…error in judgement…’ Wtf??

  37. Michela Lesley Cathy Williams says:

    No man!.. Milton…you are a disgraceful man. i am ashamed to have known you my whole life at Devoshire Seventh-Day Adventist Church.

  38. no name says:

    This sick man used his position of power to sexually abuse young males. He did the total opposite of what his job is. To protect and help young males to grown. He derserves a life sentence behind bars.