NC officer who survived multiple gunshots in line of duty to retire with K-9; 'God's redirecting my life'
KERNERSVILLE, N.C. (WGHP) — Kernersville Officer Sean Houle and his K-9 spouse Jax will be retiring as the officer navigates everyday living following the accidents he suffered in the line of duty 9 months in the past.
Houle was shot in the head, neck and hand when he attempted to arrest an individual exterior of an condominium elaborate.
Health professionals said Houle had a “unicorn-style” damage, and that the projection of the bullet induced a uncommon design and style of injuries.
They stated he bled ample to die a few distinctive instances.
On Thanksgiving, Nov. 25, Houle said this working day is exclusive to him. It is really a working day he virtually did not stay to see.
“The actuality that God has blessed me with the potential to be listed here with my household and close friends and delight in this Thanksgiving, and what it truly means — certainly staying grateful, not just the terrific food stuff, not just the entertaining and the game titles but truly becoming thankful for each individual other. The truth that we have each and every other. That’s what it implies, and it is that a great deal much better to me this year.”
Houle informed FOX8 that, based on doctor’s suggestions, he ideas to medically retire from the drive at the finish of the calendar year. He suggests with all the injuries he suffered it is the ideal for him. His K-9 Jax will be retiring with him.
“The division has been extraordinary,” he mentioned. “They are going to retire my associate Jax with me, so I get to maintain my buddy, my dog. That’s a major deal for me.
“God’s redirecting my daily life. I was on a particular path up until eventually that night time, and he’s taken what took place and he’s redirected my route a small bit and you know what that’s ok due to the fact. I am still right here, and I hope I can be an encouragement and a blessing to people transferring forward.”
