article_snippet.sent: Earlier this week the Eric Harris family expressed the Harris family anger after learning that retired insurance executive Bates, who is out on $25,000 bond, would be allowed to take a month-long vacation to the Bahamas.
article_snippet.sent: A statement released by the Harris family read: 'Whether intended or not, Bates (left in his mug shot) vacationing in the Bahamas at this time sends a message of apathy with respect to the shooting and Eric's life,' the Harris family said.
article_snippet.sent: At a time when we are still mourning the death of a loved one that Eric Harris shot down in the street, Bates (left in his mug shot) will be relaxing and enjoying Bates (left in his mug shot) wealth and privilege.'
article_snippet.sent: It is not clear when Bates (left in his mug shot) is leaving for the holiday but Bates (left in his mug shot) will next appear in court on July 2.
article_snippet.sent: Bates (left in his mug shot) has previously visited the Bahamas with the sheriff, Stanley Glanz, and another reserve deputy and paid for part of Glanz's trip.
article_snippet.sent: During an appearance on the Today show last week, Bates (left in his mug shot) apologized to Eric Harris family. '
article_snippet.sent: First and foremost let me apologize to Harris' family,' Bates (left in his mug shot) said. '
article_snippet.sent: During an appearance on the Today show last week, Bates (left in his mug shot) apologized to Eric Harris family .