(Des Moines, IA) — A local mother is accused of driving a vehicle while her child clung to a side mirror. A criminal complaint states Sammi Jo Thurman was seen driving in September from an Ankeny school with her 7-year-old son hanging onto the driver’s side mirror. Thurman’s been charged with child endangerment. Jail officers also found a substance believed to be meth on her when she was booked. She’s to be in court later this month. A no-contact order has also been filed against Thurman.
Des Moines Mom’s Son Seen Clinging To Car Side Mirror
By Tom Robinson
Nov 3, 2023 | 6:39 AM
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