The Palladium-Item reports investigators in a hit-and-run death over the weekend are looking at Indiana State Rep. Tom Saunders’ son as the possible driver. Rep. Saunders’ vehicle was involved in the accident, his son was in possession of the vehicle earlier in the day, and the son says that, beyond a certain point in the evening, he has no recollection of events. Just awful for everyone involved. Obviously the victim is dead and the driver is looking at a whole world of trouble. But, oddly, my thoughts go out to Rep. Saunders and his wife. What an awful situation to be in. All you want to do is to protect your kids. But, at the same time, you want to do what’s right. And, it looks like the right thing and the protective thing are just completely at odds.
Update: The Palladium-Item has further coverage of the story. Among other things, the article reports, “Saunders said that, on the night of Feb. 5 when he and his family realized they should contact the authorities regarding the accident, the Henry County sheriff and the prosecuting attorney were out of town.” Apparently he has Rep. Bob Hoffman looking out for bills affecting Wayne County.
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