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Tumbler Ridge Girl Home After 262 Days Fighting for Life
29 Oct
Summary
- Maya Gebala, 13, leaves hospital after nearly nine months of recovery.
- She was critically injured in the February mass shooting, shot three times.
- Her family is considering relocation to Vancouver for ongoing care.
A 13-year-old girl, Maya Gebala, is being released from B.C. Children's Hospital after a nearly nine-month battle for recovery following a severe injury in the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting. Her father, David Gebala, shared a video of the emotional moment she learned she was going home, marking 262 days since she was airlifted and initially given a grim prognosis.
Gebala sustained critical injuries, including being shot three times, with one bullet causing extensive brain damage. She underwent multiple surgeries, including a cranioplasty to address swelling. The family has documented her progress through social media, showcasing outings and even her 13th birthday celebration in Vancouver.
Details of her injuries and the circumstances of the shooting are part of lawsuits filed against OpenAI. The family's potential need to permanently relocate to Vancouver for her ongoing care remains a consideration as she transitions from hospital to home.
