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Husband Forgives Man Accused Of Killing Wife In Hit-And-Run Incident

by Rhoda Gayle January 12, 2023

A husband forgave the man accused of killing his wife, who was a pastor, in a hit-and-run incident.

Husband forgives accused

On the Christmas Eve of 2022, 62-year-old pastor Trina Newman-Townsend was killed in a hit-and-run while she was dropping off toys at a shelter in Los Angeles. After hitting the victim, the driver immediately escaped from the scene. 55-year-old Carlos Mayor was later arrested by the Los Angeles Police Department on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter.

“A blue mid-size sedan traveling northbound on South Broadway struck her and fled northbound on South Broadway, failing to stop or render aid,” LAPD said in a statement.

Carlos is scheduled to appear in court on January 25, his bail has been set at $50,000. Trina’s husband, Curtis Townsend Sr., has forgiven the accused.

“Carlos, I forgive you. You panicked. Things happen,” he said.

Photo Courtesy: Facebook | Evangelist Trina Townsend

Hit-and-run incident

During her memorial on December 29, family and friends honored the late pastor who is a mother to two biological children and six foster children.

“My mother was a phenomenal woman. Love is a verb — people forget that. She showed you that she loved you. … She had a heart. That lady, she loved unconditionally,” her daughter Callie Harvey said.

A GoFundMe campaign was set up to “celebrate and honor” Trina.

“Her days were filled with love, laughter, faith, and communion. She always made sure the family gathered together and everyone was celebrated. Those blessed with her presence always felt welcomed, were well accommodated, and received so much of her love. Selfless is an understatement,” the fundraiser says.

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Reference: The Christian Post

January 12, 2023 0 comment

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PRAY: 13-Year-Old Dies As He Sacrifices His Life To Save His Sister In Hit And Run

by Christel Berns October 25, 2022

written by Christel Berns

A 13-year-old sacrifices his life to save his sister in Long Island, New York, when he saw her in danger. His mom says, “he will always be a hero.”

Boy Sacrifices His Life For Sister

In a report by Faithwire, two siblings were walking home together when they met an accident. Tyler Phillips had just turned 13, and his sister, Krystal Randolph, also aged 13.

Photo Courtesy | 4 New York

Apparently, a Chevrolet Equinox hit Krystal, and Tyler tried to save her. So, he jumped in front of an oncoming SUV to protect her. The SUV hit him and immediately ran away, speeding away from the scene.

According to WNBC-TV, Tyler did not survive the incident and passed away. Although rescuers tried to resuscitate him, according to his mom, he did not wake up.

“He was gone for 30 minutes,” Desari Mac, his mom, said in an interview. “His vertebrate and his skull got separated, and he’s got no brain function. … He’s gone.”

A Hero

And right now, Krystal is remembering his brother’s sacrifices just to save her life. His mom also noted that “he will always be a hero.”

Photo Courtesy | 4 New York

Meanwhile, the teenagers’ school released a statement about the unfortunate incident of two of their students.

“While we are thankful that Krystal is expected to survive, we are heartbroken to learn of Tyler’s passing,” it reads. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Tyler’s family and friends at this time.”

Tyler’s family needs prayers now more than ever. Let’s pray that the driver suspect would surrender himself to the police as this is currently the family’s plea. Pray also for peace and comfort amidst their loss and mourning from Tyler’s passing.

Furthermore, the report says that the “police are offering a $5,000 reward for information on the person responsible.”

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” -Psalm 34:18

Reference | Faithwire

October 25, 2022 0 comment

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YouTube Stars Credit Jesus For Surviving A Horrible Hit-And-Run Incident

by Rhoda Gayle May 19, 2020

written by Rhoda Gayle

YouTube stars Marcus and Kristin Johns were crediting Jesus for saving their lives when they were involved in a terrible hit-and-run incident.

YouTube Stars Marcus and Kristin Johns

On May 11, the husband and wife were riding their bicycles when a vehicle rammed into them and fled the scene afterward. The incident resulted in broken bones and they both needed surgery.

“Last night, Marcus and I were in a horrible bicycle accident,” Kristin said in a video on Tuesday while lying in a hospital bed. “A man going extremely fast hit us head-on and he fled the scene. My femur is snapped in half and I had surgery this morning. Marcus’ lower leg is broken.”

God’s intervention

The vlogger believes that God intervened during that moment and saved their lives in the horrific incident.

“Jesus saved our lives last night. Please keep us in your prayers,” she wrote the caption of the video. “I am thankful to have you guys who I know love us & have faith so please just lift us up & praise Jesus for saving us. I am thankful that we are alive.”

Hit-and-run incident

Marcus also shared a video on his Instagram account giving more details about the incident and their condition.

“Thank the Lord, they said that we’re gonna be walking normally again in four months, which is great news,” he said. “The car that hit us was apparently part of a burglary and was trying to run from the cops. And so we think that the car hit us on purpose to try to get the cops’ attention away from him so he could get away.”

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The YouTube star with more than half-million subscribers emphasized that the only reason they survived the crash was because of God’s intervention.

“Man, Jesus saved us, dude. We should have died in that thing, we should have died in that accident,” he said. “We’re so blessed to just be alive. So thank you guys for all your prayers, and we’re healthy and surgeries are great.”

Reference: The Christian Post

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