79-Year-Old Hero Killed as Liberal Policies Protect Criminals! [Video]

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The tragic and brutal murder of 79-year-old Army veteran James Norman in a Southern California carjacking has shocked the nation, exposing yet another failure of weak-on-crime policies that put criminals before victims. Norman, a proud veteran who served his country with honor, was viciously dragged to his death by 29-year-old Ryan Hewitt, a thug who callously stole the elderly man’s Chevy Trailblazer while the engine was running at a Norco gas station.

Norman, described by his family as a resilient man who had survived close calls throughout his life—including a plane crash—was no match for the savage violence of his attacker. His daughter, Nicole Lauritsen, recounted the horrifying moment she learned of her father’s fate, not from a joyful dinner invitation, but from a Riverside County sheriff’s deputy delivering the worst news imaginable.

“‘Your dad’s been in an accident. Is there any way to track his phone?’ And I said, ‘No, but I can track his car,’ and that’s kind of where it led,” Lauritsen said. “Nothing made sense at the time, I think, obviously because it was an investigation, they couldn’t say anything.”

This heartbreaking story is yet another example of how law-abiding citizens—especially our honored veterans—are left vulnerable by a justice system that coddles criminals. Hewitt, now charged with felony carjacking and second-degree murder, was granted a $1 million bail, a slap on the wrist for a crime that stole a hero’s life. Where is the outrage from the liberal media, which routinely downplays such violence while pushing narratives that demonize law enforcement and advocate for lax sentencing?

James Norman’s life was one of service, adventure, and dedication. From his time in the Army to his careers in construction, vehicle transport, and even piloting, he embodied the American spirit of hard work and resilience. Yet his legacy was cut short by a violent criminal who showed no regard for human life.

The family’s GoFundMe, set up to cover funeral and medical expenses, is a grim reminder of the real cost of crime—one that families, not the system, are forced to bear. While soft-on-crime politicians and activists push for defunding the police and reducing penalties, stories like Norman’s prove that the only path to safety is through law and order, strong policing, and unwavering support for our veterans.

Source: SilverCircular