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Praying wrote on Mar 6, 2009 3:49 PM:
Wendi I am praying for you and your family. This is a stressful time.
coquille wrote on Feb 27, 2009 8:26 PM:
To Out Of Town,
Wendi Smith and she graduated from Coquille high school aprox in 1990.
Wendi Smith and she graduated from Coquille high school aprox in 1990.
Out of town wrote on Feb 26, 2009 2:49 PM:
Saw the article from the paper and thought Wendi looked like an old classmate of mine. Does anyone know her maiden name? Did she grow up in Coquille?
Clueless In Coquille wrote on Feb 23, 2009 8:45 AM:
I've only lived in Coquille and Coos County a short time. This case seems to hit a major vein. It's spawned about 4 articles and about 200 reader comments in this paper.
Bottom line: the accused is just that. Just accused. The case has to be tried, and perhaps a verdict rendered.
We have a very good new Police Chief not from this area. He is doing his job. Our City Fathers who hired him better stay the straight and narrow . . .
Bottom line: the accused is just that. Just accused. The case has to be tried, and perhaps a verdict rendered.
We have a very good new Police Chief not from this area. He is doing his job. Our City Fathers who hired him better stay the straight and narrow . . .
CHECK IT OUT..... wrote on Feb 22, 2009 1:33 PM:
I know some cops can misuse their power over there. Along time ago my ex-lover was paranoid and thought I was driving past his business too much. He had a couple of his cop friends pull me over constantly over in North Bend. I got away from him. But it puts a smile on my face everytime I think of the fact he LOST his business. ha ha ha. Thats his KARMA.
kick in cb wrote on Feb 21, 2009 3:06 PM:
A month ago everyone is screaming to hang the 16yr olds involved in the Safeway Debacle. "Treat them as adults", or, "lock them up and thro away the key". Did anyone consider the influence that the non-minors may have had on them. And now you say "the poor 17 yr old boy". Geez, make up your minds.
Im Ill wrote on Feb 21, 2009 2:19 PM:
Don't label the whole town of coquille for a few idiots who have messed up bad in the last few months.
winston wrote on Feb 21, 2009 8:27 AM:
how many 16 year old boys are out there who wouldnt have sex with their good looking coach if they were given the chance. and how does it affect them? when i was 16 i would have had sex with a bush if i thought it had a rabbit under it. law needs to be changed, there is no victim here, possibly the coach.
Steve wrote on Feb 20, 2009 9:58 AM:
Its gonna be hard to prove she had sex with a minor over a year ago. If she did it I hope she gets the same as other sex offenders. About the affairs with an adult, its none of your business so stay out of it.
feeling lucky wrote on Feb 20, 2009 7:45 AM:
If this was a male coach I guarantee most of you would have a different view, right or not. Why are people wasting their time arguing about things they cannot possible know anything about unless they were there? Even if you know her, you have no idea what she does behind closed doors. People are arrested all the time and charged with crimes but I really don't see anyone coming to their defense shouting innocent until proven guilty. She may or may not have done it but look at her morals and values. Sadly it seems to be the norm these days.
DO YOU REMEMBER wrote on Feb 19, 2009 2:10 PM:
Do you remember playing a game in elementary school where you sat in a big circle and you started out with a story and whispered it to the next person and by the time that story got to the last person in the circle it was
completley exagerated and added onto of how the story started???
HOPE YOU ALL GET THE POINT!
THIS COULD HAPPEN TO ANY OF YOU!
completley exagerated and added onto of how the story started???
HOPE YOU ALL GET THE POINT!
THIS COULD HAPPEN TO ANY OF YOU!
The Facts wrote on Feb 19, 2009 12:24 PM:
Track for CHS had 6 boys in 2006. Coquille is small and the police department is bored and the city is paying for too many of them. You figure it out.
Observer wrote on Feb 19, 2009 11:49 AM:
The only comment I am going to make at this point is to those of you who says she is a loyal wife and mother...she admitted to having affairs...HELLO...is that your idea of loyal wife....and obviously her children were the further thing from her mind....
wrote on Feb 19, 2009 9:06 AM:
Sounds like she got 'around' no matter what the age of the others was. She is lucky to have a husband standing by her side. Her poor kids, I feel sorry for the embarassment they will have to go through. Did she think of them. I hope they are young enough that this will have blown over before they understand what is going on.
The truth will come out wrote on Feb 19, 2009 8:39 AM:
I AGREE bring out the accusers names,let them be drugg through the mud too!!!Let them pay for all the court fees, lawyers fees and a hefty settlement when she is found NOT GUILTY.She has been a loyal COACH,mother,wife and friend.Come on kids tell the truth!
Rick wrote on Feb 19, 2009 8:36 AM:
Burn her, burn her. She's a witch. You people would have been great back in the 1600 and 1700's. Whether she did anyting or not she is innocent until PROVEN guilty in a court of law. Not a court of small town rumor mongering gossipers. Set aside your pettiness and let her have her day in court.
HOW DARE YOU wrote on Feb 19, 2009 8:19 AM:
To LC
I don't think she needs the names of the ones accusing her. I am sure she already knows who they are. I mean she had intimate contact with them right??
I don't think she needs the names of the ones accusing her. I am sure she already knows who they are. I mean she had intimate contact with them right??
HOW DARE YOU wrote on Feb 19, 2009 8:14 AM:
To FRIEND,
We all are well aware of the fact that he did it willingly, that is not the question. What is wrong is that #1 he was underage and #2 she took advantage of her position as an authority figure over him!!!!!!
We all are well aware of the fact that he did it willingly, that is not the question. What is wrong is that #1 he was underage and #2 she took advantage of her position as an authority figure over him!!!!!!
Really..... wrote on Feb 18, 2009 11:00 PM:
I think its Naive of people to think that she could've not done this. People make mistakes,everyone makes mistakes. I'm simply saying don't place judgement on her, or the CPD, until all the facts are in.
HOT PINK GAL wrote on Feb 18, 2009 9:30 PM:
If I have learned anything in my adult life it is this. DO NOT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU HEAR OR READ. Take people at face value and keep your mouth shut if you can't!!!
To those of you that know her wrote on Feb 18, 2009 7:57 PM:
Do you or have you spent every minute with her. Just because shes a good coach doesn't mean shes hasn't done anything wrong and just because it didn't happen to your kid doesn't mean it didn't happen to someone elses kid.
Move it or Lose it wrote on Feb 18, 2009 6:55 PM:
This makes me hate coquille even more than I already do.
This town sucks.
This town sucks.
Friend wrote on Feb 18, 2009 5:51 PM:
I have known Wendi For a while and didnt believe this when i heard it happened. I want to wait until i learn the real facts to say anything but still i believe you are innocent until proven guilty. This boy was like 16 or 17 when it happened i have a feeling he did it willingly. Agian i dont know the real facts so i wont say anything that i cant prove.
QWCS wrote on Feb 18, 2009 5:34 PM:
Former Dolphin: Great reset. I was just talking about that guy with a friend the other day and we agreed that no way he could pull that off these days.
Hazel Motes wrote on Feb 18, 2009 5:30 PM:
In another article, "Roseburg attorney David Terry said the 36-year-old head track coach of the Coquille High School Red Devils did not have any sexual contact with the student who was named in court Wednesday, and that the two other “relationships” that Coquille Police are investigating were consensual and with adult males."
A lot of folks have come forward to proclaim the coach is a fine person. I suspect those same folks would be quick to say that she is the type of woman that would never have an affair also. But she is clearly having sex outside of her marriage on a more than infrequent basis. Maybe you all don't know your neighbor as well as you think. Is it really so difficult to imagine someone already engaged in multiple affairs to be involved in a third? Think about it. A willing woman can always find someone to oblige her, and she's clearly been willing. What's so hard to believe?
A lot of folks have come forward to proclaim the coach is a fine person. I suspect those same folks would be quick to say that she is the type of woman that would never have an affair also. But she is clearly having sex outside of her marriage on a more than infrequent basis. Maybe you all don't know your neighbor as well as you think. Is it really so difficult to imagine someone already engaged in multiple affairs to be involved in a third? Think about it. A willing woman can always find someone to oblige her, and she's clearly been willing. What's so hard to believe?
LC wrote on Feb 18, 2009 4:20 PM:
So, why aren't the ones accusing her named. They are supposedly adults now and accusing her of a crime, so step forward. She should have the right to confront her accusers.
Former Resident wrote on Feb 18, 2009 4:18 PM:
Thank you for that Former Dolphin! That was quite a trip down memory lane that I had completely forgotten...
That same teacher was into the students even in my day - some years later. Students would complain - but nothing happened. And how about the teacher at Millicoma that gave my best friend a candy bar to take a shower after class?
It was reported - and no one did a thing.
In light of other guilty parties - let's remember that there's due process here. And Wendy is entitled to it. Considering the counterparts that come before her, she's owed it. They never even had to answer for their actions...
That same teacher was into the students even in my day - some years later. Students would complain - but nothing happened. And how about the teacher at Millicoma that gave my best friend a candy bar to take a shower after class?
It was reported - and no one did a thing.
In light of other guilty parties - let's remember that there's due process here. And Wendy is entitled to it. Considering the counterparts that come before her, she's owed it. They never even had to answer for their actions...
Former Dolphin wrote on Feb 18, 2009 3:07 PM:
Why are the teachers getting arrested today but not back in the 80's when it was ok to marry your 8th grade student from Sunset? On a History trip.
Listen Up wrote on Feb 18, 2009 2:48 PM:
I don't think anyone really knows anyone, no matter how long you've known them. We can't see into each other's hearts or minds to see what their intent may be. We can't really know what the intent may have been here on Wendi's part or the alleged victim in coming forward at this time. My only other concern is doesn't DA Frasier kind of know Wendi? Is it inapropriate for him to be the prosecuting attorney in this case? I'm pretty sure his wife and Wendi have coached together?
Ridiculous wrote on Feb 18, 2009 2:37 PM:
First, I wanted to comment on the remark made, I know Wendi, she would not do this. Do you also know the convicted sex offender who lived next door to you while you grew up? He was such a great guy, would do anything in the world for anyone! Second, unless this young man is mentally disturbed, he would NOT make an accusation like this if there weren't some truth to it. I myself was sexually molested in high school 30 years ago and I didn't say anything about it until many years later. Not only are you embarassed, but humiliatated. Third, when the truth does come out, and it will, whichever party is innocent, I do believe there should be a whole lot of apologies. Last, Yes, most teens do have a crush on some teacher or coach, but that still does NOT give that person of authority the right to act on the infatuation in any way.
Rick wrote on Feb 18, 2009 2:31 PM:
Let's all jump on the Salem Witch Trail Bandwagon and accuse, try, convict and punish this women before the facts are all in. And yes I do have kids who went to Coquille School but I beleive in our American court system and that a person is innocent until PROVEN guilty.
Ben wrote on Feb 18, 2009 11:11 AM:
I also realize it is important that people are innocent until proven guilty. In a perfect world this is the case. If I knew an accused sex offender, you better bet my daughter and son is not going to be hanging with that person regardless of a conviction or not. I am not stupid and the rest of Coquille better wake up to the fact that Coquille is on a rip right now and everyone better be sure to lock their doors and protect their kids regardless of who may or may not be guilty.
Ben wrote on Feb 18, 2009 11:11 AM:
I grew up in Coquille and graduated in 2000. I am deeply disgusted with the situation that has tarnished Coquille. However, Coquille has done a poor job recently of having a good reputation. Between Leah Freeman, drug problems, The Safeway 5, now Wendy and a sex scandal...I am not sure what to believe about the educational system in Coquille. I realize everyone makes their own choices however being a graduate of the high school I can affirm that the quality of education in Coquille is very poor and the faculty is a main portion behind the failure.
Coming back to Wendy and her sex issues, administrators or anyone who has contact with these kids consistently should be above question. In other words, these "adults" should be above reproach. Wendy is not. I personally know many people who have known her like I have and we all got the "creepy" feeling and stayed clear of her. I guess we know why now.
Coming back to Wendy and her sex issues, administrators or anyone who has contact with these kids consistently should be above question. In other words, these "adults" should be above reproach. Wendy is not. I personally know many people who have known her like I have and we all got the "creepy" feeling and stayed clear of her. I guess we know why now.
The Terms wrote on Feb 18, 2009 10:55 AM:
terms listed on Oregon Sex Offenses website:
Second-degree sexual abuse: Intercourse, deviate sexual intercourse or penetration and victim does not consent. Actor less than three years older than victim; also
(penetration is part of a medically recognized treatment or diagnostic procedures, or is accomplished by a peace officer to search for contraband or weapons)
Contributing to the sexual delinquency of a minor:
Intercourse, deviant intercourse and perpetrator 18 or older and victim under 18. Actor less than three years older than victim.
Sexual misconduct:
Intercourse or deviate sexual intercourse with unmarried person under 18. Actor less than three years older than victim AND victim was at least 15.
Second-degree sexual abuse: Intercourse, deviate sexual intercourse or penetration and victim does not consent. Actor less than three years older than victim; also
(penetration is part of a medically recognized treatment or diagnostic procedures, or is accomplished by a peace officer to search for contraband or weapons)
Contributing to the sexual delinquency of a minor:
Intercourse, deviant intercourse and perpetrator 18 or older and victim under 18. Actor less than three years older than victim.
Sexual misconduct:
Intercourse or deviate sexual intercourse with unmarried person under 18. Actor less than three years older than victim AND victim was at least 15.
To Vonnie wrote on Feb 18, 2009 10:31 AM:
Thank you for being the voice of reason and speaking for the youth. This coach, as the adult, is fully responsible for the situation she's created. For those saying she could have never done this, either you didn't know her as well as you thought you did, or you are as surprised as the poor parents who trusted her with their children.
To Kris-Feb 18th wrote on Feb 18, 2009 10:03 AM:
I agree with your comment about "Innocent until proven quilty."
I am so tired of hearing it be said,that (he/she is quilty) we just couldn't prove it! This is how it is even after people go to trial and are judged by a jury and found innocent! It's so wrong!
I would like to know why the young man's name is not being given since he is an adult now. Even if he was 17 when this incident may have happened? If he is an adult bringing forth such an allegation then he needs to stand before others and be seen. She is.
I am so tired of hearing it be said,that (he/she is quilty) we just couldn't prove it! This is how it is even after people go to trial and are judged by a jury and found innocent! It's so wrong!
I would like to know why the young man's name is not being given since he is an adult now. Even if he was 17 when this incident may have happened? If he is an adult bringing forth such an allegation then he needs to stand before others and be seen. She is.
HOW DARE YOU wrote on Feb 18, 2009 9:51 AM:
I completely agree with VONNIE. This is the reason why kids won't tell when something has happened to them. They feel that they won't be believed. Now the paper says two more boys might also have been victims of her disgusting behavior. I think the more the police investigate, the more boys we will find. The thing is that if a man would have done this, he would still be sitting in a jail cell with a bunch of bail to be paid in order for him to be released. Wendi got out what, the next day. What a double standard.
fishslayer wrote on Feb 18, 2009 8:45 AM:
mytle point has an opening for police officer. sounds like she'll fit right in.
Former Coquille Grad wrote on Feb 18, 2009 8:35 AM:
I believe that everyone is innocent until proven guilty, however, some of the comments on this page do not take into consideration the victims of this alleged crime. If something did happen then the coach needs to be held accountable, if nothing happened then the reporter needs to be held accountable. The bottom line really needs to be that we have to do whatever we can to protect our children. I have 2 small children and I know that if they came to me with an accusation such as this I too would contact the authorities.
Vonnie wrote on Feb 18, 2009 8:34 AM:
The majority of you people on here are basically calling this young man a liar. Where is the compassion for him? What if this DID happen to him? What are you all going to say then? What if this was a young lady with a male coach that did this, would you all be saying what a wonderful person HE was? This is exactly why children are afraid to come forward when they are sexually abused, because they don't think anyone is going to believe them and the abuse just continues. Wake up everyone and think that maybe this did happen and what this kid is going through. All these little jokes about him enjoying it, that is pretty messed up! Think about his feelings he is the victim here if this happened. This could impact the rest of his life.
HOW DARE YOU wrote on Feb 18, 2009 7:37 AM:
Okay, for all of you who keep saying "I wish I as that kid" you are absolutely disgusting. You obviously DO NOT have kids!!!! Making comments like that is sick and wrong. More and more about this will come out and I think you will all be a bit surprised to learn that most of it is true!!!!
MIkey wrote on Feb 18, 2009 6:49 AM:
The register guard says there is two more boys. Seems as if it all might be true.
kris wrote on Feb 18, 2009 6:40 AM:
The FACTS have not been released, yet the public sounds like a veritable lynch mob against this woman.
There is a due process in place, this is small area, jury pools are small. This needs to been kept in mind in the event of a potential trial.
Put yourselfs in ALL of the parties involved places.
There is a due process in place, this is small area, jury pools are small. This needs to been kept in mind in the event of a potential trial.
Put yourselfs in ALL of the parties involved places.
Kris wrote on Feb 18, 2009 6:38 AM:
Good grief people. I left the area more than 25 years ago (now live near Washington DC) and it drives me absolutely NUTS to read the poor grammar, and the small town, small mindedness of the people who still continue in their ways.
PEOPLE ARE INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY. HAVE YOU NEVER HEARD OF THE CONSTITUTION????
This narrow minded attitude is one of the BIGGEST reasons I couldn't wait to "get out of dodge" so to speak.
PEOPLE ARE INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY. HAVE YOU NEVER HEARD OF THE CONSTITUTION????
This narrow minded attitude is one of the BIGGEST reasons I couldn't wait to "get out of dodge" so to speak.
Really wrote on Feb 17, 2009 10:54 PM:
Obviously the comments post on here condemning her are posted by truly ignorant people. To all of you people, ask yourself.... Has anyone in your whole life ever told a story/lie about you???? Did it ever occur to you that at any given moment someone could make up some false and completely absurd accusations about YOU or one of your family member. How would you feel if someone automatically accused you and labeled you as "guilty" before "Knowing" actually KNOWING if its the truth. She is a GREAT person and a GREAT mother!!! So before you post some B.S comment on here.... think about how you would feel. Who are you to say she is Guilty???
Really wrote on Feb 17, 2009 10:44 PM:
Truly ignorant people. To all of you people, ask yourself.... Has anyone in your whole life ever told a story/lie about you???? Did it ever occur to you that at any given moment someone could make up some false and completely absurd accusations about YOU or one of your family member. How would you feel if someone automatically accused you and labeled you as "guilty" She is a GREAT person and a GREAT mother!!! So before you post some B.S comment Think about it!!!
Have you all lost your mind wrote on Feb 17, 2009 10:40 PM:
Obviously the comments post on here condemning her are posted by truly ignorant people. To all of you people, ask yourself.... Has anyone in your whole life ever told a story/lie about you???? Did it ever occur to you that at any given moment someone could make up some false and completely absurd accusations about YOU or one of your family member. How would you feel if someone automatically accused you and labeled you as "guilty" before "Knowing" actually KNOWING if its the truth. She is a GREAT person and a GREAT mother!!! So before you post some B.S comment on here.... think about how you would feel. Who are you to say she is Guilty???
Have you all lost your mind wrote on Feb 17, 2009 10:37 PM:
Obviously the comments post on here condemning her are posted by truly ignorant people. To all of you people, ask yourself.... Has anyone in your whole life ever told a story/lie about you???? Did it ever occur to you that at any given moment someone could make up some false and completely absurd accusations about YOU or one of your family member. How would you feel if someone automatically accused you and labeled you as "guilty" before "Knowing" actually KNOWING wether its the truth. She is a GREAT person and a GREAT mother!!! So before you post some B.S comment on here.... think about how you would feel. Who are you to say she is Guilty???
SUPPORTIVE wrote on Feb 17, 2009 10:09 PM:
I agree 'FRUSTRATED'. If you knew the real Wendi you wouldnt even begin to belive these lies. It is so easy to do this to any teacher or coach these days just if one person says something. I will support you 100% the whole way Wendi
wishn I was the victim wrote on Feb 17, 2009 9:50 PM:
When I was in high school, I would have loved to be the "victim", as I'm sure the "victim" is pretty proud of himself. He should be!
Coq Mom wrote on Feb 17, 2009 9:19 PM:
My boys went to Coq schools, attended sports including track. They know this coach and were shocked. They don't believe she is guilty and neither do I. I'd like to see some proof! It isn't right to put her through all this negative attention when proof hasn't been presented.
Be Patient wrote on Feb 17, 2009 8:29 PM:
I urge all to wait for all the facts before passing judgement! I'm not sure that anyone is qualified to decide Wendi's guilt or innocence based on a couple news stories. What if she's innocent? Save the nasty comments until after you know if they're appropriate. And keep in mind, she has family members (namely her children) who don't deserve this.
Athletics Supporter wrote on Feb 17, 2009 8:18 PM:
To Irritated: money spent on athletics is NOT being thrown away. "Let tax dollars count toward student success"? I would argue that money spent on athletics IS promoting student success. In my experience, athletes are often the best students. CHS Volleyball athletes were recently ranked 2nd in the STATE among all 3A schools for their outstanding GPAs. And for student athletes who aren't successful in the classroom....often it's athletics that keep them in school.
OUTRAGEOUS wrote on Feb 17, 2009 7:14 PM:
It's obvious some you aren't parents or don't care for your children's innocence. Teens don't know the full potential of their actions. Just because a teen (male or female)think they know what they are doing, it does not give a 36 year old the right to have sexual relations with a minor. Who is the adult here? It is sick and wrong! If you think that's alright, maybe you should be the one behind bars.
Track Mom wrote on Feb 17, 2009 6:43 PM:
Here is a little education for all of you: In Oregon, it’s illegal for an adult to have sex with someone younger than 16, even if it is consensual. If police find out, a person faces a charge of third-degree rape. If someone forcibly compels a person to have sex, that is first-degree rape. Let's not convict her until we find out ALL the facts. You can ASSUME all you want but you know what they say about that word. Hang in there Wendi, you do have supporters who believe in you.
awd2 wrote on Feb 17, 2009 6:03 PM:
There are numerous other situations that could bring these allegations up. I hope time and good investigating will bring the truth to the surface.
brenda wrote on Feb 17, 2009 5:18 PM:
gossip in coquille????amazing. so the police chief investigates gossip,how will he find time to do anything else. this is a witch hunt, thank god they cannot just drag her out and burn her at the stake.
Former Resident wrote on Feb 17, 2009 5:05 PM:
I don't know Wendi, and won't pretend to. Although I can say, things like this happen a lot across the country, and not all that are reported are substantiated.
If she did do it - shame on her. She will carry the burden of her shame for the rest of her life. Especially if she continues to live in Coos County - the biggest gossip mill I have ever seen.
And if she didn't - shame on that young man for slandering her. She has a family. How do you think her husband feels? I can only imagine it will take years to repair the damage this situation has caused. How terrible for that.
Wendi - stand up for what is right. If you are committed to the truth, walk through fire either way. The right thing to do is never easy. Especially when you have your back against the wall.
There are those who will stand beside and wait to find out who you really are. They won't crucify you beforehand. I hope due process is served to you here.
If she did do it - shame on her. She will carry the burden of her shame for the rest of her life. Especially if she continues to live in Coos County - the biggest gossip mill I have ever seen.
And if she didn't - shame on that young man for slandering her. She has a family. How do you think her husband feels? I can only imagine it will take years to repair the damage this situation has caused. How terrible for that.
Wendi - stand up for what is right. If you are committed to the truth, walk through fire either way. The right thing to do is never easy. Especially when you have your back against the wall.
There are those who will stand beside and wait to find out who you really are. They won't crucify you beforehand. I hope due process is served to you here.
WOW wrote on Feb 17, 2009 4:55 PM:
WHAT GIVES COQUILLE. DIRTY COPS, NAKED VENEER PULLERS AND NOW THIS. WHAT ARE YOU FOLKS TRYING TO DO MAKE THE COVER OF THE ENQUIRER?
WEBSTER wrote on Feb 17, 2009 4:50 PM:
NICE GOING COQUILLE. I JUST MIGHT HAVE TO MOVE DOWN THERE. FIRST YOU HAVE A CHICK POSING NAKED IN PLAYBOY. NOW YOU HAVE AN OVERSEXED TRACK COACH. JUST WHAT IS IN THE WATER DOWN THERE?
Frustrated wrote on Feb 17, 2009 3:54 PM:
You accuse someone of something and if it's a crime, they are arrested! Proof could be the 2 were in the same place at the same time, does that mean something happened? NO. I'm tired of her being portrayed as a Pedophile. We have no idea who this Young MAN is and whether he's the one that has come forth or maybe his mama. She is not a child molester!
Coquille Father wrote on Feb 17, 2009 3:44 PM:
Wendi, if you crossed the line, please stand up and confess your actions. You have the opportunity to do the right thing now. Accept the consequences so that you can begin the process of healing for you, your family and the victim. If this is a false accusation, fight it with all your might.
I will support you either way.
I will support you either way.
Chris wrote on Feb 17, 2009 3:17 PM:
I understand that if this is true that she needs to be punished because she is an adult and should know better than to have this sort of relationship with a young man. But all the talk about the poor "victims" and how they were "abused" is sort of silly. Maybe you weren't ever a 15 or 16 year old boy, but I was...and I knew exactly what I was doing at that age. This is inappropriate, but it is not rape, and when we classify this sort of behavior as rape it takes away from victims of real sex crimes.
INFORMATION wrote on Feb 17, 2009 1:43 PM:
Releases have nothing to do with sex. It is a matrix system, pure and simple. They answer a set of questions, such as do they have a job, home, family in the area. Do they have any prior fail to appears, any prior criminal record. They are released based on the information given. No favoritism, and certainly no sexism. Get your facts straight before you post.
KELCEY wrote on Feb 17, 2009 12:56 PM:
You guys are ridiculous. She is innocent and you will all see. She was an outstanding track coach. Do you not realize that anyone could make these accusations about a teacher or coach they didnt like and this could happen to them?! Its all by word of mouth and ppl talk alot of sh*t.
just 1 minute wrote on Feb 17, 2009 11:28 AM:
Linch mob Coquille. The heck with the trial she guilty rite? most of you are acting like crazys.Remember Frazier has had the proof many times only to have it hit him on the fanny when the jury came back. Breathe. deeply folks!!!
Mom of Coquille Students wrote on Feb 17, 2009 10:26 AM:
My boys went to Coquille schools, enrolled in sports while she was involved with Coquille sports. I asked them about it and they both were shocked and didn't beleive it. I am going to side with them on this one. I won't beleive it until I see the evidence.
What a Shame wrote on Feb 17, 2009 10:04 AM:
Great work Chief Dannels and CPD. Like I said before, cleaning up Coquille, one slime bag at a time, even the goody-two-shoes are not save from arrest anymore, and that is the way it should be. THANK YOU CHIEF DANNELS AND CPD
What a Shame wrote on Feb 17, 2009 9:55 AM:
If she was arrested, you can bet your bottom dollar there was evidence against her. If she is innocent, turn her loose, if she is guilty then I hope she goes to prison for a long long time. As for the boy, he is going to enjoy everything he got from her, afterall, he is human and a young one at that.
Surprised wrote on Feb 17, 2009 9:40 AM:
I would give her the benifit of the doubt. Do not judge,lest you be judged. Let the persons that perfect cast the first stone. My prayers are with you and your family. Stay strong!
HOW DARE YOU wrote on Feb 17, 2009 9:33 AM:
Okay, a few things here. First of all, to Joe, you are absolutely sick and disgusting to make the comment you made. Children get really screwed up by things like thins. Grow up and stop being disgusting. I too, can not believe that they released her. If a man had committed the same crime, he would have been held. It is sexist to let her be released. All to often we allow people to get a slap on the wrist instead of making them actually pay for what they have done. Also, to WHAT, you say Coquille raised six fine young men who reently robbed Safeway. I don't call someone who would commit an armed robbery a "fine young man." This will all come out in the end. I believe the accusations 100%. I just hope that she gets what she deserves. I have small children and the thought of someone harming them makes me furious. Our children go to school to get an education,NOT to be sexually harrassed by someone that is in an authority position.
Karen wrote on Feb 17, 2009 9:18 AM:
She's my neighbor and a good one. Don't be so quick to either judge or condemn until all the facts come out. It is her life and reputation on the line here, not yours. Wait and see, don't be so quick to see the negative side of life.
Be fair.
Be fair.
just me wrote on Feb 17, 2009 9:07 AM:
To the people that are saying "why is this kid just now coming forward?" kids are usually scared to tell anyone when they have been abused because they don't want to feel ashamed or just don't know if people, like most of you will even believe them. If she is guilty she needs to be prosecuted to the fullest extent the law allows for this crime for using her position to take advantage of these young people. And also all I have to say to WHAT is you need to go take a spelling class before you post any more comments on here!
listen up wrote on Feb 17, 2009 8:47 AM:
Before we all condemn her or acquit her in our comments here, we don't know all the details of this case. Obviously there was enough evidence to make an arrest; however, we don't know what that evidence is. Note how the article asks the reader to call if someone has information. Hence, the investigation is ongoing and the police are still collecting evidence. Furthermore, I attended Coquille High and knew Wendi, and am shocked by this whole situation. Also, in response to WHAT, the young men you refer to who robbed Safeway: there were only 5. Get your facts straight before you write about things you don't know anything about.
JASON wrote on Feb 17, 2009 8:34 AM:
I WOULD HATE TO HAVE MOST OF YOU A A JURY. SHE HAS NOT BEEN FOUNG GUILTY OF ANYTHING. WAIT FOR THE TRUTH.
Toothless Cajun wrote on Feb 17, 2009 8:18 AM:
Censorship again! Stop editing my post! First amendment you of all people should know this. I expect you the moderator to put my post up. It was no more offensive than Joe & that is up for debate because I do not find Joe offensive.
Gee Whiz wrote on Feb 17, 2009 7:53 AM:
There are so many "variables" here that could have happened. But no one knows, so let's not crucify someone based on rumor and a half baked story like was reported. Wait for facts. Grow up people.....innocent until proven guilty still stands.
I dont understand why wrote on Feb 16, 2009 10:54 PM:
they released her. Someone could have made this up but I highly doubt it and since she is being charged shouldn't she be held. What if she runs or goes after this boy and does more to him. Why are women treated differently? If a man raped someone would he be released?
well well well wrote on Feb 16, 2009 9:59 PM:
I dont know if she's guilty, but when I was very young, I had a much much older man take advantage of me. I was poor, he was rich. (But that changed for him :). I moved away and as it turns out I have an excellent life now. (He doesn't, but that's his karma). It can traumatize a young person. I hope this lady they are accusing did not do what they say.
Nate wrote on Feb 16, 2009 9:20 PM:
30 Days? They ought to give her 90 days plus 5 years probation. Most child predators get more than that just for soliciting sex from a minor. To often we see a double standard for sexual crimes. Why should it matter if the suspect is male or female? If she's proven guilty, make an example of her. We won't tollerate our childeren to be taken advantage of by anyone, especially those we trust to take care of them at school.
nate wrote on Feb 16, 2009 9:17 PM:
30 Days? They ought to give her 90 days plus 5 years probation. Most child predators get more than that just for soliciting sex from a minor. To often we see a double standard for sexual crimes. Why should it matter if the suspect is male or female? If she's proven guilty, make an example of her. We won't tollerate our childeren to be taken advantage of by anyone, especially those we trust to take care of them at school.
holy cow wrote on Feb 16, 2009 8:57 PM:
I don't know if this lady is guilty or not, but by the looks of the comments there isn't any teaching going on in Coquille! is that in English? (guess which one I'm referring to) You don't have to have a Masters in English to write a commment, but I would at least assume you would have to be able to put half a sentence together.
Irritated wrote on Feb 16, 2009 7:36 PM:
If this is true, lets let our city, Coquille, set an example by eliminating wasteful sports and focus on academics so our young people can be successful in life! Too much money is thrown away on athletics. Let our tax dollars count toward student success.
Lori wrote on Feb 16, 2009 7:35 PM:
If she was an authority figure over children and she had taken advantage of her position then I hope she gets convicted and I think it should be in the paper so other kids that she may have done this too can come forward so they know that they weren't the only one.
Classmate wrote on Feb 16, 2009 6:07 PM:
Theres always 2 sides to every story and we have to remember before we go crucifying Wendi and making her out to be some monster. I certainly hope the person who made this accusation isn't messing with someones life and reputation!
A MOM wrote on Feb 16, 2009 5:38 PM:
It is getting pretty bad when you cant even trust the coaches to not harm you children. Shame on you wendi
joe wrote on Feb 16, 2009 5:08 PM:
I wish I was the student that got laid by this teacher.Many of my male friends in high school, could only dreamed of this happening to us.
joe
joe
KELCEY wrote on Feb 16, 2009 3:17 PM:
This whole thing is ridiculous. Wendi has the love and support of so many people there is no way these lies will prove her guilty. No more victims will be coming forward because there are NO MORE! We love you Wendi
Whoa wrote on Feb 16, 2009 3:00 PM:
"What" really needs a grammar lesson. I'm honestly surprised they spelled "Coquille" right.
Cory wrote on Feb 16, 2009 2:37 PM:
To What -
We basically have a new police department. I trust they will get to the bottom of this. Thanks for remembering my daughter but with the new Chief in charge I think and hope we will all see a change. I agree with Mikey - we need to make sure she is guilty before we crucify her.
We basically have a new police department. I trust they will get to the bottom of this. Thanks for remembering my daughter but with the new Chief in charge I think and hope we will all see a change. I agree with Mikey - we need to make sure she is guilty before we crucify her.
Totsoc wrote on Feb 16, 2009 2:18 PM:
Give her 30 days? ahahahahah Yes indeed!! Let the crackheads, sex perves and repetitive criminals rotate in and out of Coos County Jail every five days. Oh...but keep all nonviolent family men and women in there for 75 days or more. NICE JOB AGAIN D.A.
I hope she is innocent tho.
I hope she is innocent tho.
ridiculous wrote on Feb 16, 2009 1:53 PM:
wendi is an amazing woman who loves her kids and husband very much, im sure this is just some stupid rumor that a kid or parent started, before you go accuse anyone, let the truth be heard, this is the press doing what the press does best
ashamed wrote on Feb 16, 2009 1:26 PM:
I totally agree with MIKEY!! Let them prove she is guilty first! Although, I personnaly think that she has done some questionably and ethically immoral things over this year. I feel bad for her husband and children who have to find out this way!
what wrote on Feb 16, 2009 12:15 PM:
I thought you were innocent until proven guilty "Dannels said police are investigating whether other students were abused by Boutiette" Coquille doesnt need any more screw ups or bad press . MAKE SURE YOUR RIGHT BEFORE YOU BLAME GUILT . REMEMBER Coquille raised 6 fine young men who recently robbed an safeway at gun point . So would i belive a private citzen reporting a crime got there facts right . AS they claim it happend last school year . HOW MANY PEOPLE HAD THIS ROOMER GONE THREW BEFORE IT REACHED COQUILLES FINEST . I mean a last year this story could of change 50 time by the time it got to COQUILLES FINEST . Remember the poor little Freeman girl it only took a couple of weeks for the rampant roomers of COQUILLE TO make her case run cold and posibly the truth never found to much hear say .
Concerned wrote on Feb 16, 2009 12:11 PM:
Hopefully if there are more victims they will come forward.
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