Family of Judge Licht Issues Statement: "His Injuries are Serious, But He's a Fighter"

Family of Judge Licht Issues Statement: "His Injuries are Serious, But He's a Fighter"

The family of Justice Richard Licht -- the former Lt. Governor of Rhode Island -- has issued a statement regarding his condition, after he was hit outside the Rhode Island State House this week. 

On Friday, the family released the following: 

“Our family is deeply appreciative of the outpouring of concern regarding Richard’s injuries and the support and prayers for his healing and recovery. His injuries were serious, but he is a fighter: he has come through emergency surgery well and is resting and in the capable hands of a team of physicians at RI Hospital.  

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Those who know Richard know him to be strong in every dimension, and his strength, determination, and resilience will get him through this challenging time and on the road to recovery. As his family, we feel blessed by the expressions of love and support from friends, colleagues, and the many in Rhode Island and beyond who have reached out to us. Thank you.”