The LMPD officer seriously injured during the Old National Bank mass shooting has spent months in hospitals and rehab facilities.Now, he's reached the amazing milestone of finally going home.Officer Nick Wilt is being discharged from the Frazier Rehabilitation Institute Friday morning. His family and doctors spoke at a news conference before he left.Doctors praised his grit and effort, saying that was crucial to his recovery. His twin brother thanked everyone who helped him along the way and said he's looking forward to a good dinner. "He's been asking for a steak dinner for a couple of weeks now, and you bet we're going to get him a steak dinner tonight," Zack Wilt said.At 12:30 p.m., there will be a public celebration for him at the Southeast Christian Church at 920 Blankenbaker Parkway.LMPD said Nick Wilt and his family would be driving into the parking lot on their way home to see the support.Those who want to go should be in place by noon.Reminder: People should not show up to the rehab facility. The family has asked for privacy there. LMPD posted this message after news of Wilt's discharge:"The Wilt Family asks for continued support and prayers as they transition him home. We are all very appreciative to all those who assisted in his recovery and Southeast for hosting this event. This will be the first time, Officer Wilt will be able to see, in person, the love and support the community has for him. We look forward to seeing you there! Thank you for all the love and support!" Just before the news conference, Wilt got a visit from Gov. Andy Beshear:More about the shootingThe shooting at the bank happened the morning of April 10 as workers were starting their day.Police said a 25-year-old employee brought an AR-15 rifle into the building and fired multiple shots, resulting in the death of five people.Investigators said the shooter had been planning the attack, and had a manifesto.The shooter also shot Nick Wilt in the head, causing serious injuries. Wilt was one of two officers to arrive at the scene first.He didn't open his eyes for nearly a month after that.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The LMPD officer seriously injured during the Old National Bank mass shooting has spent months in hospitals and rehab facilities.
Now, he's reached the amazing milestone of finally going home.
Officer Nick Wilt is being discharged from the Frazier Rehabilitation Institute Friday morning. His family and doctors spoke at a news conference before he left.
Doctors praised his grit and effort, saying that was crucial to his recovery. His twin brother thanked everyone who helped him along the way and said he's looking forward to a good dinner.
"He's been asking for a steak dinner for a couple of weeks now, and you bet we're going to get him a steak dinner tonight," Zack Wilt said.
At 12:30 p.m., there will be a public celebration for him at the Southeast Christian Church at 920 Blankenbaker Parkway.
LMPD said Nick Wilt and his family would be driving into the parking lot on their way home to see the support.
Those who want to go should be in place by noon.
Reminder: People should not show up to the rehab facility. The family has asked for privacy there.
LMPD posted this message after news of Wilt's discharge:
"The Wilt Family asks for continued support and prayers as they transition him home. We are all very appreciative to all those who assisted in his recovery and Southeast for hosting this event. This will be the first time, Officer Wilt will be able to see, in person, the love and support the community has for him. We look forward to seeing you there! Thank you for all the love and support!"
Just before the news conference, Wilt got a visit from Gov. Andy Beshear:
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More about the shooting
The shooting at the bank happened the morning of April 10 as workers were starting their day.
Police said a 25-year-old employee brought an AR-15 rifle into the building and fired multiple shots, resulting in the death of five people.
Investigators said the shooter had been planning the attack, and had a manifesto.
The shooter also shot Nick Wilt in the head, causing serious injuries. Wilt was one of two officers to arrive at the scene first.
He didn't open his eyes for nearly a month after that.