I just read a follow up story. The authorities are already going after the utility.
It sounds like nothing but a tragic accident. He spent some time in prison for a domestic issue, then when he got out, he found his wife in bed with another guy, who was apparently abusive to the kids. She took off, leaving him the kids.
From the article, he sounded like he was trying to be a good dad and provide for his family the best way he knew how.
A few years ago, I was the victim of an act of vandalism that ended up involving police and a little bit of civil disturbance. (it’s amazing how quickly things settle down when laser beams get pointed at chests) All of the perpetrators were black youth. I was actually gratified to see several of the youths fathers come to the scene even though I’m sure they were mad at me for reporting them and well, I guess it was sort of my fault one of them threw a rock through my windshield.
A black man, who has a record and lives in the lower rungs of our society who acts as a father to his children is to be admired. It’s unfortunately all too rare.