8-Year-Old's Account of Father's Murder and the Officer Who Saved Her

Eight-year-old Sarah Corbett Lynch's life took a tragic turn when her father was brutally murdered by her stepmother. The Netflix documentary, "A Deadly American Marriage," brings this heartbreaking story to light. In a recent interview on the British television program, "This Morning," Sarah recounted the night of the murder and the pivotal role of Corporal Clay Dagenhardt, the police officer who responded to the scene. "I remember being woken up by a police officer," Sarah shared, "Corporal Clay Dagenhardt. He was quite nice, and he gave me two options: walk down the stairs backward with my eyes closed or he would carry me." Because of the violent nature of the crime scene, Dagenhardt chose to carry Sarah down the stairs, shielding her from the horrific details. "He covered my face with his hand and put my head in the nape of his neck," Sarah recalled. "It just went completely silent." Dagenhardt's actions underscore the importance of compassion and protection in the face of tragedy, offering a glimmer of hope amidst immense grief. The documentary and Sarah's interview serve as a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the dedication of those who serve and protect.