11-year-old Pittsburgh-area girl who survived crash that killed 3 family members released from hospital
CHIPPEWA TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) — An 11-year-old Lawrence County girl who survived a crash that killed three of her family members returned home from the hospital on Thursday.
"I just felt like there was a lot of people behind me and that felt good," Aubrey Bogacki said.
Dozens lined Blackhawk Road in Chippewa Township with signs to welcome her home.
"I'm feeling good because there's a lot of support and I got quicker than everybody thought I could," Bogacki said.
Thursday was a special moment for her mother, as well.
"From not knowing when I got to the hospital what condition she was in, to where she's at today," Nicole Bogacki said. "For her to be right here today is a miracle."
Just 20 days ago, Aubrey Bogacki was in a crash on Route 65 in Slipper Rock Township that killed her father, brother and sister.
After being in critical condition after the crash, the 11-year-old girl proved strong in the hospital and rehab. Despite her arm cast and a spine and neck brace, she regained her strength in rehab. At one point, she learned to kick a ball, so she can get back on the court or pitcher's mound.
"I love softball and basketball and I really want to get back out," Aubrey Bogacki said.