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 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 Bates shot down in the street, Bates will be relaxing and enjoying Bates wealth and privilege.'
article_snippet.sent: It is not clear when Bates is leaving for the holiday but Bates will next appear in court on July 2.