A hard rockin' guy with a big heart

Sometimes people send us emails that are amusing or interesting, but the editors deem them "not newsworthy" so they never get into the paper. The story of John Steadman and his heroic turtle rescue is one such case. Enjoy:

Two of Country Club Drives most prized species have been re-united thanks to the heroic work of local D.L. Howell employee, John Steadman. The story unfolded at approximately 5:05 pm on Tuesday night in Downingtown. Steadman and fellow employees were headed home after a hard day's work. As usual, many of the employees zipped out of the parking lot with thoughts of freedom. As John exited the parking
lot something caught his eye. It was a turtle!! All alone, just moseying up the driveway that lead to a small pond adjacent to the office building.
Being the kind soul that he is, John could not bear to see the little guy struggle to get back to the pond. Without hesitation he screeched to a halt, stopping all traffic in his way. He hopped out of his car and scooped up the little turtle. To many eye witnesses surprise, John then took off in a full sprint towards the pond.
"I thought to myself, That's one crazy son of a bitch," said Eli, a local mechanic.
John then carefully placed the little turtle back
in his home. When asked about his heroic efforts John simply replied, "I was just doing what anyone would have done in that situation. I didn't have time to think, just react."
-Dave DiCecco

Well there you have it. A local man rescues a defenseless turtle. No telling whether it was a bog turtle -- but I doubt it, they are known for their shy and elusive nature.

(Note: Turtle pictured not the rescued turtle.)