The reason the media is so fascinated by this story is that it gives them an opportunity to spend time in Aruba.
I don't think we would be getting much live coverage on "Murder in Thule, Greenland". I doubt there would have been a graduation trip to the Thule beaches either.
I do think this story is important. Any American especially where a crime has occurred at least deserves better than having it covered up. Clearly the Aruban authorities need a message and I believe the State Department should ban all travel to Aruba. They want our money but run when their customers are in trouble. I'm so tired of the smirking lawyers claiming they have a good legal system. It's not about the legal system.
Boycott Aruba and this will send a message to every tourist spot. You want our dollars? Then you need to ensure our safety.
LOL
That would be my reason for begging for an assignment there.
There is ZERO news value in this story. none. Nada.
It should not be on the air at all.
But, if given the opportunity to go, I would do it admittedly just to be there for awhile.