Lake Lure couple reunited after volunteer rescue pilot threatened with arrest
This situation is truly mind-boggling. A volunteer rescue pilot, willing to risk his life to save others, was threatened with arrest by the Lake Lure Fire and Emergency Management Asst. Chief Chris Melton. The lack of communication and coordination in an emergency situation is concerning. The focus should always be on saving lives, not power trips or ego clashes.
Melton’s actions in threatening the pilot for completing a rescue mission are appalling. The heroism displayed by the pilot should be praised, not met with threats of arrest. The fact that Melton did not even respond to requests for an interview shows a lack of accountability and responsibility on his part.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker