OHP Trooper Gives Recovery Update After Being Hit By Shrapnel

An Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper hit in the eye by flying shrapnel during a standoff in Ottawa County now says doctors hope he'll completely regain his sight.<br/>

Wednesday, April 8th 2020, 5:31 am

By: News On 6

An Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper who was hit in the eye by flying shrapnel during a standoff in Ottawa County says doctors hope he'll completely regain his sight.

OHP says on March 25 48-year-old Edwin Ball killed one person at a home near Grand Lake and then injured two others.

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One of those injured was OHP Trooper Jeff Laue who was badly hurt in his right eye. Laue posted a message on Facebook this week thanking everyone for supporting him.

"The doctors, they're optimistic that I will regain my eyesight back eventually over time and make a full recovery. I have been going through a lot of pain and discomfort however, it is getting better," said Laue.

Troopers arrested Ball after a 10-hour standoff.

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