Dear editor:
Hello to the people of Hot Springs, Ark.
On Nov. 18 of this year I received a knock on the door, the knock every parent dreads, and I am sure no police officer wants to make. It's a no-win, heart wrenching situation, I sincerely hope not many of you will be on the receiving end of such a horrible nightmare.
In shock, when Officer Shane Davis asked my identification, I denied it, when asked if I had family members or a friend I could call, I again said "No!" I knew if I said "Yes," a nightmare would unfold and I really needed a few minutes for my heart to start beating again.
Instead of being rude, raising his voice or becoming impatient with me, he poured me a coke, and brought me a roll of towels, until I could make some necessary phone calls. Officer Davis waited 40 minutes until family members could make it in from the Village.
I simply wanted to acknowledge his kindness. Heartbreaking news is softened just a bit when people are kind. Thank you, Officer Shane Davis, a true professional.
With regards,
Patty Hunt
Mother of Christopher Hunt
Hot Springs
Editorial on 12/04/2016