MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Weston Halsne, 10, is on the path to recovery after a successful surgery to remove a bullet fragment from his neck following the Annunciation Church and School mass shooting.

His interview with reporters immediately after the shooting went viral when he recalled the horrific details while speaking to reporters.

Weston Halsne surgery family statement

Local perspective:

Children's Minnesota shared the following statement at the wishes of the Halsne family.

"Today, our 10-year-old son, Weston Halsne, had surgery to remove the bullet fragment found in his neck after the tragic shooting at Annunciation Church and School. The procedure went well, and Weston is expected to make a full physical recovery.

Our family would like to thank the community for all the prayer

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