Flashing a thumbs-up to his well-wishers, a police officer who was critically wounded while responding to a mass shooting at a Louisville bank in April was discharged from the hospital on Friday after enduring multiple surgeries and intensive therapy.
The officer suffered a traumatic brain injury, but his brother said he’s shown resilience and determination every step of the way in his recovery. The officer’s favorite catch-phrase during his rehabilitation: “Let’s boogie-woogie,” his brother said.
“Nick gets to go home today, sleep in his own bed, with his own TV,” he said. “And he’s been asking for a steak dinner for a couple weeks now. And you bet we’re going to get him a steak dinner tonight.” Police Chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel called it a great day to “celebrate our brother in blue” going home. When visiting him Thursday, she recalled that Wilt shook her hand and said “thanks, chief” as she prepared to leave. She called it the highlight of her day.People lined up, two or three deep, in the Frazier lobby for the officer’s send-off Friday.
The officer was in critical condition for nearly a month, undergoing multiple surgeries and overcoming infections. He was transferred to Frazier on May 10, where he has received neuro and physical rehabilitation, according to a release from UofL Health.
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