Wounded Joplin Police Officer released from hospital

Eight days after being seriously injured, Joplin Police Officer Rick Hirshey has been released from the hospital.

Read the full statement from Joplin Police below:

“At a time when there is great sorrow and sadness, God gave us a reason to celebrate and be joyful. This morning, Officer Rick Hirshey was officially released from the hospital and given a HERO send off. We are so thankful to all of the Freeman Health System doctors, nurses, administrative staff, and all other employees who took such great care of our officers and personnel over the last week. We thank you so much and are forever grateful. Officer Hirshey still has a long recovery period so please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.”