Leslie County deputy Shane Wilson, who was shot in the Asher community, was welcomed home with a police escort on Sunday afternoon.

Many emergency response organizations were in the escort including the Leslie Sheriff’s Department, Hyden City Police, Stinnett Fire and Rescue, Hyden Fire and Rescue and others.

Wilson was shot in the hand early Saturday morning when he responded to the Asher community after reports of criminal activity.

He had surgery on Saturday at the UK Medical Center.

Family and friends said he is doing well and is in good spirits, but will need months of therapy.

Police are still investigating the shooting.

 

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