Editor, Times-Union:
So I am writing this letter to Officer D. Brewton of the Warsaw Police Department and all law enforcement personnel of Kosciusko County. On June 26, 2024, I found myself in a scenario that was selfish on my part.
During what I’m sure seemed to be a routine traffic stop for Officer Brewton, little did he know it wasn’t! I found myself battling with opioid addiction, and being guided and pulled by the devil himself. I was not in my right state of mind, and had a warrant for my arrest here in our community.
My heart started racing as I saw Officer Brewton squad car approach me, started getting nervous, anxious. I had the though of fleeing from him, a thousand thoughts flooded my brain. The devil whispering all these negative thoughts about running. I had nothing on my person. My thoughts weren’t of hurting this officer, but just to flee! I’ve always had respect for all law enforcement personnel.
My whole life I’ve wanted to be in law enforcement or the military! As he stopped and gets out, he asks my name, I give him my name so he gets back to his squad car. As I see him after a few minutes start to get out from his patrol car, my heart started beating faster.
I know in my head he gets close to me it’s over, I’m going to jail! So with a lack of consideration, lack of self-value and selfishness, I run, I run. Only a few yards and God stopped me! I realized this wasn’t fair to the officer. Within those seconds my actions affected Officer Brewton in many ways as well. I only imagine what it must have been/felt like in Officer Brewton’s shoes. And all the negative things he may have felt and thought!
My apologies for my inconsiderate selfish actions to you and yours Officer Brewton.
Sincerely
Donald R. Bryant Jr.
Goshen