General News
Former Shelburne resident shot in hunting accident
December 23, 2020 · 0 Comments
Written By PAULA BROWN
LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER
A former Shelburne resident and retired Canadian Armed Forces veteran was shot in a hunting incident in Alberta last week, family members report to the Free Press.
58 year-old Chris Rusk, a now resident of Okotoks Alb., was seriously injured on Dec. 15 while duck hunting at the banks of the Bow River, a remote area. Family members say he was shot in the face allegedly by another hunter, suffering serious injuries and was airlifted via STARS to Foothills Hospital in Calgary.
Rusk underwent a seven hour long surgery for his eyes and is experiencing paralysis on his right side, which his family told the Free Press has been improving. While he is recovering, making better than expected progress, his family adds that he is not out of the woods yet. He is expected to spend several months in hospital to recover and will also need rehab for his injuries.
Rusk, retired five year ago from the Canadian Armed Forces after serving for 35 years, including a 13 month stint in Afghanistan, and receiving two Governor General Awards. The accident happened a week after Rusk’s 58th birthday.
A 62-year-old man from Calgary, whose name has not been released, was charged with careless use of a firearm.
For tips on hunting safety visit: https://www.ontario.ca/document/ontario-hunting-regulations-summary
Readers Comments (0)
Headline News
Over $85,000 up for grabs with Ontario SPCA’s 50/50 Lottery
Written By Sam Odrowski More than $85,000 could be won through the Ontario SPCA Spring Draws for Paws 50/50 Lottery. There’s only one week left ...
Local man recognized for rescuing elderly neighbour from fire
Written By Paula Brown Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A Grand Valley resident is being recognized for his heroic actions that helped save the life of ...
Shelburne Rotary encourages people to join for National Volunteer Week
Written By Paula Brown Local Journalism Initiative Reporter As organizations across Dufferin County celebrate the contributions of their volunteer members this week as part of ...
Painted crosswalk program to be discontinued in Shelburne
Written By Paula Brown Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Town of Shelburne will be discontinuing its painted crosswalk project following deterioration and increasing financial factors. ...
New art exhibit ‘Plantopia’ coming to Shelburne Town Hall Gallery
Written By Paula Brown Local Journalism Initiative Reporter As a new season blooms, Shelburne residents will have the opportunity to glimpse the ‘essence of plants’ ...
Headwaters announces five-year Strategic Plan
Written By Paula Brown Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Headwaters Health Care Centre (HHCC) has unveiled its new plan to develop the hospital’s operations over the ...
BBQ fundraiser coming to Orangeville for women who lost family and home
Written By Sam Odrowski The community is coming together to support a woman who lost her three children and both parents in a house fire ...
Community Paramedic Program to continue for 2 more years after $1.8 million investment
Written By Paula Brown Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those managing chronic illnesses can be reassured they’ll continue to get support ...
Shelburne dissolves Parks and Recreation Taskforce, no longer needed
Written By Paula Brown Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Town of Shelburne has officially dissolved its Parks and Recreation Taskforce. During a Town Council meeting ...
New strategic plan implemented by local health team
Written By Zachary Roman A collaborative of local patients, physicians, and health, social or municipal agencies has charted its course for the next three years ...
Sorry, comments are closed on this post.