The Louisville Metro Police Department officer who was shot in Chickasaw earlier this year is making encouraging progress, according to the department.Officer Brandon Haley was shot after he conducted a traffic stop in the 4000 block of Kentucky Street on Sept. 7.Watch previous coverage in the player up topPolice said the shots came from a nearby home.Haley was rushed to UofL Hospital following the incident and was listed in critical condition.He was released two weeks later and has been recovering at home since.Previous stories:Video shows LMPD officer shot in Chickasaw, dramatic rescue by fellow cop28-year-old indicted for attempted murder in September shooting of LMPD officerLMPD said that Haley has had recent improvements in his medical results, overcoming previous stagnation."With the support of home health services and his dedicated team at the University of Louisville, he is steadily improving both physically and mentally every day," LMPD said in a Facebook post. "As we approach the new year, Officer Haley will embark on more intensive phases of rehabilitation, focusing on strenuous physical therapy. His entire family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming support and kindness received from the Louisville community. During this time, they humbly request your ongoing thoughts and prayers, which serve as a source of strength as Brandon continues to heal."Last month, 28-year-old Dominique Thompson was indicted for attempted murder of a police officer.Two other men were indicted by a grand jury, but not for the shooting:Jaquan Ransom, 29, for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and resisting arrest.Jemond Groves, 21, for possession of a handgun by a convicted felon and criminal trespass third degree.