Deputy Mirelez will still have a long road ahead with many surgeries as he continues to heal.
The Sheriff's Office cannot express how grateful our department is for all the support from the community, other agencies and people throughout the nation.
Source: Mariposa County Sheriff's Office
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(L-R) Pictured here with his wife Christine, Sheriff Doug Binnewies, Deputy Rudy Mirelez, Captain Jeremy Briese and Captain Sterling Cramer.
October 14, 2015 - Deputy Rudy Mirelez was shot in the line of duty on October 1, 2015.
Rudy continues to improve after being shot in the mouth and torso. He is recovering from his recent surgery on Monday. With many more surgeries to come, Rudy continues to be in good spirits as he moves forward in his healing process.
Rudy would like to pass on that he and his wife are so thankful for everything and all of the support he has received.
Source: Mariposa County Sheriff's Office