SANDUSKY, Ohio-

Although, this is by no means a tragic story, it is a little sad in some respects. It’s always nice to help thy neighbor, and just pitch in and help others when possible, but sometimes doing a good deed goes unnoticed, and other times can get you in trouble.

Forty eight year old John Hamilton of Sandusky, Ohio always takes pride in his yard. He likes to keep it in tip top shape, so when he has visitors, or when people just drive by, he can rest assured he has done his best and can be proud of his work and dedication.

So imagine how hard it was for John to stand by idly and watch as the grass at Sandusky’s Central Park kept growing and growing and growing until it was about a foot tall. Seeing that no one else seemed to care, John took the bull by the horns, got out his own lawnmower, and started mowing. I would think the city counsel would thank him and maybe even pay him for doing their job. But instead, John was greeted by a policeman and handcuffs.

The police reports said John was arrested because he refused to stop mowing, and he was charged with obstructing official business and disorderly conduct. Under the circumstances I say I can’t blame him, but the one place I think he missed was once a police officer asks you to stop what you’re doing, you’d better obey or be prepared to pay the price.

The moral of the story: Do what you gotta do, but you better listen to the police if you know what’s good for you. It’s usually not worth getting arrested to prove a point.

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