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Officer Critically Injured, Partner Slain in Hospital Shooting
12 May
Summary
- Officer Nelson Crespo remains in ICU, breathing independently for hours.
- Officer Crespo suffered limited arm and no leg mobility after shooting.
- Community fundraising aims to support officer's long recovery and expenses.
Chicago Police Officer Nelson Crespo is in the intensive care unit, making gradual progress in his recovery following a shooting incident that occurred last month. Doctors report that Crespo can now breathe independently for up to eight hours at a time, a significant positive development. He is actively exercising his diaphragm as advised by medical professionals.
The 57-year-old officer sustained critical injuries when he and his partner, Officer John Bartholomew, were shot while escorting a robbery suspect at Swedish Hospital. Officer Bartholomew tragically died in the incident, while Officer Crespo was left with limited arm mobility and no leg mobility. Despite these challenges, his family remains hopeful.
A 21-year veteran of the force and lifelong Chicagoan, Crespo is a beloved uncle. His family is organizing fundraising efforts to cover his medical bills and future expenses, acknowledging the considerable uncertainty surrounding insurance coverage and potential home modifications needed for his long-term care.
