That’s the problem.
You didn’t stop to check.
You didn’t call 911.
You didn’t even slow down.
And when the police came to your door, you lied.
That’s not panic.
That’s selfishness.
” The state attorney arrived about 20 minutes later.
Her name was Rebecca Ortiz.
and I’d worked with her before on cases that needed extra attention.
I explained the situation to her, showed her the video, and walked her through Officer Torres’s report.
She listened carefully, took notes, and then looked at Vanessa with the kind of expression that said she’d seen this story before.
Attorney Ortiz said, “Your honor, based on what I’m hearing, I’d like to recommend additional charges of reckless driving, filing a false police report, and obstruction of justice.
” I nodded and said, “I agree.
” I looked at Vanessa and said, “Miss Caldwell, here’s what’s going to happen.
You are going to be charged with hit-and- run, reckless driving, filing a false police report, and obstruction of justice.
You’re going to pay full restitution to Mr.
Brennan for his vehicle, his medical expenses, and his lost wages.
You are also going to perform 200 hours of community service at a veteran center where you will learn what real responsibility looks like.
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