MILWAUKEE — One week after Milwaukee Police officer Daniel Gonzales was injured in a shooting at 27th and Wisconsin, the 34-year-old was released from the hospital later today.
Gonzales, sporting Bucks gear and moving slowly on crutches, expressed his gratitude. “It feels great. Again, nothing short of a miracle from everybody involved, from my first responders on scene and of course everybody here on the medical staff. Froedert’s been wonderful. It’s given me a lot more time with my family, my first responding family as well”.
Gonzales was one of two officers responding to the scene where Isaiah Stott was walking down the street firing shots with a long-rifle. Stott fired at the officers, injuring Gonzales in the calf and the side of his chest. His partner returned fire striking and killing Stott.
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Gonzales’s partner has over 8 years of service and is now on administrative duty for firing his weapon. Oak Creek Police are leading the investigation.
Gonzales’s family, friend and co-workers plan to gather at Froedtert Hospital for his release this afternoon.
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