Elias Wolford, the 5-year-old victim of last week's shooting at Feather River Adventist School, is struggling to recover after multiple surgeries.
According to updates from his extended family, Wolford has not been able to move his legs since being hospitalized. It was initially thought that it might be the result of localized swelling. However, Wolford had an MRI yesterday that indicated otherwise.
The results from the MRI show that there is damage from the bullet to the outer edge of Wolford's spinal cord.
Doctors are unsure as to whether Wolford will regain full use of his legs.
Wolford’s family is praying for a complete recovery.
In the wake of this tragedy, the local community has been working to support the victims' families through a vigil last week, fundraiser and with monetary donations. The GoFundMe campaign started by the Wolford family has raised over $70,000.
Additionally a fund through North Valley Community Foundation has raised over $45,000. It will be divided evenly between the families of the two shooting victims. That campaign will remain open as long as donations come in. No administration fees will be deducted, and 100% of the funds will go directly to the families.
Roman Mendez is also still recovering from two bullet wounds to the chest. NSPR has not received an update on the recovery of the 6-year-old from his family, but will post one as soon as it is available.
A separate fundraiser started by his family has raised over $38,000.
