Overview
- Samuel “Samy” Garduno-Martinez left American Family Children’s Hospital on Oct. 8 and received a police and fire escort upon discharge.
- He was transferred to a Chicago rehabilitation facility for around-the-clock care after being removed from a ventilator.
- He was shot multiple times in the Dec. 16 Abundant Life Christian School attack that injured six people and killed student Rubi Vergara and teacher Erin West.
- His recovery was delayed in March when he developed encephalitis and was again in critical condition, followed by gradual neurological gains.
- His family has temporarily moved to Chicago, is seeking accessible housing and transportation, and has raised more than $104,000 toward a $140,000 GoFundMe goal.