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Statement from civilian injured in Napier siege
April 26, 2009
Statement from Leonard Holmwood -
civilian injured in Napier siege
Mr Holmwood was discharged from Hawke’s Bay Hospital earlier today (April 26)
He has issued the following statement.:-
“I wish to thank everyone who has offered help and support to me since the incident on Napier Hill, just over two weeks ago.
“I would like to thank the hospital staff from ICU to ward staff - it has been better than first class – my heart will always have a special place for you all.
“Thumbs up to everyone.
“To my family, friends, Hawke’s Bay community and the police - I thank you from the very bottom of my heart for all your support, it has been very humbling.
“My best wishes to senior constable Bruce Miller and Grant Diver as they continue to recover.
“I still have someway to go before I recover from my injuries and I would therefore ask the media to respect my privacy and leave me to continue to recuperate.”
ENDS
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