I would say for an 18 to 20 year old that statement may have some validity in comparison to those in charge. For those who were brutalized or murdered, forgiveness will be a necessary part of their healing either here or in the hereafter. Just saying, not judging one way or the other.
I’ll forgive him as soon as he’s dead. I was not a victim. I am not personally related to any direct victims. But it’s still personal.