A 3-year old with Spina Bifida is able to move on his own again after his family got back his custom-made wheelchair. It was stolen along with their SUV.
John Eckert and Jessica Russell of Newport, Kentucky, said they were warming up their newly-bought SUV outside their home when it was stolen on Sunday afternoon, Feb. 11.
Cincinnati police spotted their 2016 Rav4 on Wednesday night, Feb. 14, and gave chase, Russell said.
After laying down spike strips and blowing out the tires, police were able to stop the vehicle and apprehend one suspect. Another suspect escaped, Russell said.
The family described 3-year-old Jordan’s wheelchair as his “legs” and said he needed it to get around and to go to school.
“I have a lot of worry,” he added. “Am I going to get the chair replaced? How long is it going to take to get the chair replaced?”
They said it was custom made for him, and took a long time to get.
The family said they planned to return the money the page raised now that their vehicle has been found.
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