Deuteronomy 19:6

If he can't, the relative who avenges the dead man might chase him in anger. If the trip is long, he might catch him and kill him. But the man did not deserve to die. He did not mean to hurt anyone.

Deuteronomy 19:6, Readable English Bible (READ)

Note: Hebrew: the avenger of blood.

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