What’s the Latest: Maya Gebala released from hospital 262 days after Tumbler Ridge shooting
Maya Gebala has been released from hospital 262 days after being shot inside Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, which resulted in eight fatalities, including the shooter. Her father, David Gebala, provided updates on her recovery via social media and chronicled her progress since the shooting on February 10.
Maya Gebala was airlifted to B.C. Children’s Hospital on February 10 following a shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School. Her father reported that she was released from the hospital after 262 days of recovery.
Maya Gebala has been released from hospital after 262 days of treatment following the Tumbler Ridge shooting. Her father, David Gebala, expressed gratitude to the medical staff and emphasized the need to continue moving forward, stating, “Now it’s time to leave these hospital walls behind and keep moving forward, Maya Bear.”
What remains unclear — The exact circumstances surrounding the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge that left eight people dead are not detailed.
Maya Gebala discharged from hospital 262 days after Tumbler Ridge shooting
Maya Gebala, a victim of the Tumbler Ridge shooting, has been released from hospital after 262 days of treatment. Her father, David Gebala, shared an update on social media, detailing the harrowing journey since the shooting, which occurred on February 10. “It’s been 262 days since you were airlifted to BC Children’s Hospital,” David wrote on X, noting the grim prognosis given by doctors shortly after the incident.
The mass shooting not only claimed eight lives, including that of the shooter, but also left numerous others injured. Maya and fellow victim Paige Hoekstra faced critical injuries and were both airlifted to B.C. Children’s Hospital. David documented Maya’s progress, including significant milestones such as when she opened her eyes and moved her legs, which occurred 251 days after the shooting.
In his account, David recalled emotional moments, such as the first time he was able to hold Maya again after the tragedy. He expressed relief and gratitude for the gradual recovery of his daughter, who celebrated significant moments, including her 13th birthday at a Foo Fighters concert 40 days ago.
David remarked on Maya’s tenacity, stating, “There was never a day I stopped believing we would get here. The road ahead is still long, but this is a milestone no one thought we would reach.” He expressed appreciation for the healthcare team that played a crucial role in her recovery.
Maya’s release marks a significant step forward, and David concluded with a hopeful message: “Now it’s time to leave these hospital walls behind and keep moving forward, Maya Bear. I love you forever and always.”