NC Highway Patrolman gunned down in WNC. Take a moment to say a prayer for him and his family. (Asheville: live)

[jbird22]

Please keep the family of David Shawn Blanton, Jr. in your prayers. This young highway patrolman was gunned down on the shoulder of I-40 in Canton, NC on Tuesday night. He was only 24, loved life, and had a very bright future ahead of him. His wife had just given birth to a son two weeks ago. The baby is still in the neonatal ICU, fighting for his life as a preemie.

We are all so deeply saddened by the death of this fine young man.
God Bless.

Trooper touched lives: ‘He belonged to us’ | CITIZEN-TIMES.com | Asheville Citizen-Times

[AshevilleNeighbor]

Agreed. It's easy to forget how quickly a law enforcement officer's job can turn deadly. We owe a debt of thanks to everyone who puts their life on the line to keep us free and secure.

Prayers for Trooper Blanton's wife and little son. And all their family.