Man Helps Hitchhiker Get Home—Shocked by Next Day’s News

Giving the Girl a Ride

For truck drivers, spotting hitchhikers along the road was nothing unusual. In fact, they were often the only ones willing to stop and offer a ride. Many travelers relied on their kindness to get from one place to another. Still, it wasn’t every day that Carter saw someone so young standing alone by the roadside, looking no older than twelve.

Without a second thought, he eased his truck to a stop, his instincts telling him he couldn’t just leave her there. Reaching over, he pushed open the passenger door, motioning for her to get in. The girl hesitated for a brief moment before stepping forward, her expression a mix of relief and uncertainty.