The City of Raytown opened a new East 63rd Street bridge crossing over the weekend. The city's downtown, such as it is, is now a hell of a lot easier to reach.
The new bridge features wider sidewalks. Pedestrians have more room to operate -- and less opportunity to get into trouble. Barriers made of masonry and iron reach 10 feet into the air, decreasing the likelihood that the bridge will mark the site of a teenager's death, as it did before the replacement work began.
Sixteen-year-old Zach Gamble was last seen by his parents on Christmas Eve in 2007. His body was found below the bridge, which crosses the old Rock Island Railroad, two weeks later. Police said it was suicide or an accident.
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There is no reason to say he died in a suicide attempt. I dont think one of my best friends name Zack Gamble also known as "Jesus" died by suicide. He is a good guy and his family doesn't need to know about this site. He has lots of friends who all know he didn't commit suicide. Thank you all.
I'm glad you posted this article about the Raytown 63rd street Bridge. It should have been bought "up to date" a LONG time ago. It should not have taken something tragic for this to happen...
Raytown being so old & set in it's ways is such a shame. They need all NEW things..new restaurants, shops & things to do.
I know things can happen anywhere, but this is not "quiet" little Raytown anymore - here lately it's been the home to a lot of crime.
I'm so ready to move away from here!
I used to live in the raytown area. Raytown is more of a community than most of the kansas suburbs could wish to be. You can crack the momma's family jokes -- but it's hard to beat the down-to-earth folks you find there.
There is no need to attach your personal opinion regarding our City of Raytown to your articles. It is offensive to us please don't do this.
This type of "reporting" is not needed. We need to know the facts not your idea of our city.
You owe Raytown an apology.
Thank you,
Disappointed in Raytown
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