John Hester

In the quiet community of Norman Park, Georgia, the life of 68-year-old John David Hester Sr. came to a tragic and unexpected end in the summer of 2015. A retired resident known and loved in his small town, his final moments were a testament to his protective instincts as a father.

On the night of July 5th, a group of seven teenagers descended upon the neighborhood with the intent to rob the home of Hester's son, who lived across the street. Alerted to their presence, Hester armed himself ...

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