One car avoided hitting Ward Family of Kevin Ward Jr still supports Stewart , indicates might pursue other legal options . Ward Jr. was killed during a lap in a dirt - track race when he was hit by Stewart 's car . Ward was under the influence of marijuana , district attorney says . Stewart says he will keep Ward in his custody .
Family of Kevin Ward Jr still supports Stewart , indicates might pursue other legal options . Ward Jr. was killed during a lap in a dirt - track race when he was hit by Stewart 's car . Ward was under the influence of marijuana , district attorney says . Stewart says he will keep Ward in his custody .