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« Six state departments without power, phones | Today | The news is 'bad' from Quaker Fabric » July 9, 2007Photo: Trooper Doyle gives thumbs-up, and speaks
PROVIDENCE – The state trooper who was punched in the face in downtown Providence was discharged this afternoon from the neuro-intensive care unit at Rhode Island Hospital. Headed to Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Boston, Brendan R. Doyle was wheeled out of the hospital’s admitting entrance just after 1 p.m. today to applause from his family, his friends and some of the medical staff. He gave a thumbs-up with his left hand to the media. He wore a red State Police ball cap. When asked if he wanted to return to service, Doyle said in a whispery voice, “Yes,” and gave the thumbs-up again.
“We call him miracle boy,” she said. “Even the neurorsurgeon can’t get over it,” she said, referring to her son’s recovery thus far. Doyle could be at Spaulding for six months to a year, his mother said. The trooper’s younger brother, Brian, 14, has had Doyle’s badge number -- 47 – shaved into the back of his head. “He can get through anything now,” he said of his brother. -- Journal staff writer Amanda Milkovits Doyle’s Providence roommate, Trooper Ernest E. Adams, was also with Doyle today. “He’s a fighter,” Adams said. “He’s the strongest kid I’ve ever known.” Trooper Adams, who graduated with Doyle from the State Police Academy in 2005, has been at the hospital each day since Doyle was injured. Doyle, 25, nearly died June 16 and when he tried to stop a man driving on and off the sidewalk of a crowded street in downtown Providence. He was off duty at the time. The attorney general's office says that Proulx then drove off, calling an ex-girlfriend to brag about the beating. Proulx, 36, of Smithfield, is being held on $1 million bail with surety. Doyle eventually regained consciousness and, on the Fourth of July, he spoke his first words. His father, Robert, said Doyle has no memory of the assault. A neurologist has told his family that Doyle could make a 100 percent recovery in six months, Robert Doyle said. Posted by Kate Bramson CommentsDoreen | July 9, 2007 3:12 PM link Trooper Doyle, my thoughts and prayers will be with you during your stay at Spaulding Rehab in Boston. As you leave the miracle workers at Rhode Island Hosptital you can look forward to meeting more of the same at Spaulding. My best also to your family. I wish either your family or the RI State Police could create a web page that the general public could refer to so we can keep up with your progress. Remember..one day at a time. Bob Petrone | July 9, 2007 3:32 PM link He should have call 911 and left the driver alone,If he wasn't a cop would the guys bail be so high.... No. If me or you did the same thing the paper wouldn't be so out spoken and he did walk up to the car in traffic. when you provoke some body things happen,But he's a cop and we should feel bad NOT...He had no uniform on why should any one listen, would you .... would you,if i walk up to your car telling you am a cop and am on the phone with cops and stop doing what your doing,you would laugh i have no uniform on. Really what would you do? Mr Felon Citizen | July 9, 2007 4:16 PM link Good Luck Trooper Doyle....upward and on-ward. Laurie | July 9, 2007 4:29 PM link I just want to tell Doyle family that I been praying for Doyles recuperation, his a very strong boy. Marleen Mejia | July 9, 2007 4:40 PM link I hope the state is picking up these medical bills. I assume there is work-related insurance, but this family shouldn't be out a dime because of this. trudy | July 9, 2007 6:31 PM link Trooper doyle betsy | July 9, 2007 6:37 PM link Brendan, our thoughts and prayers have been and will continue to be with you. We know we will see you back to 100% some day soon. Love to you and you whole family. Donna & Jack Hanley | July 9, 2007 6:49 PM link Mr. Felon Citizen is a moron!!!! Good Luck Brendan. Wish you a speedy and full recovery. J.Scanlon | July 9, 2007 7:29 PM link I'm glad to see he is doing better. I dont think anyone has explored the connection between the phone call to the girl friend and the suspects ill concieved thinking that he was being pursued by guys his ex GF hired to beat him up.. or so the guy thought. He might have thought the trooper was one of the guys looking to beat him.. thus the phone call to the GF. I suspect this will be his defense.. and it may well be quick thinking on the part of the suspect to have made the phone call in an attempt to come up with some sort of excuse for his behavior.. not sure. JJB | July 9, 2007 7:30 PM link Trooper Doyle. . .my prayers are with you for a complete recovery. also prayers for your mom as she is feeling all your pain in her heart. thanks for your committment to the safety of our community. donna | July 9, 2007 7:46 PM link Congratulations Trooper Doyle on the amazing progress you have already achieved. May you find much more success ahead. My family will continue to pray for you and yours. To Mr. Felon Citizen, if you want kick people while they are down, try using proper grammar. I know third graders who write better than you. Oh, one more thing, next time you want to kick a trooper while he's down, try having the intestinal fortitude to use your own name. Don't be a coward and hide behind an alias. Or might you be afraid of say...every other police officer in New England? Brendan Smith | July 9, 2007 7:53 PM link Great news!! God bless! Jennifer | July 9, 2007 8:07 PM link Trooper Doyle and Family, Our prayers are with you that God will completely heal you and give you every desire of your heart. You are a courageous man and your family has impressed everyone with their dedication. Also the actions of the State Police have been exemplary in this sad course of events. May God accomplish His will even in the life of the man who caused this to happen. Stay strong and keep your faith in the Lord. John Del Ricci | July 9, 2007 8:34 PM link The Rhode Island State Police are the best. Burt | July 9, 2007 8:50 PM link Continue to be strong Brendan. The entire extended Saint Rae's family is pulling and praying for your complete recovery. Those near and far ..... Terry Moody | July 9, 2007 9:29 PM link I wish you all the best at Spaulding; may your recovery be quick and complete. Thank you for your sacrifice. You probably saved someone's life that night. Amy | July 9, 2007 9:39 PM link Mr Felon. You have no right to vote. Nor carry a gun to protect youre family. You need to go back to the ACI. Smoke some more meth. You are the filth that thinks you run the streets. You will cry like a baby when you get sentenced to life. Youre a tough guy? No. youre a wimp dope head. Don | July 9, 2007 11:56 PM link To Mr Felon Citizen: ml | July 10, 2007 8:45 AM link Our prayers will be with you for a good recovery. God Bless. M J Mcnamara | July 10, 2007 12:37 PM link Good luck to you Brendan. My thoughts are with you and your family. I hope you are back home fully recovered soon! Gina W. | July 10, 2007 7:12 PM link I'm very glad Trooper Doyle is doing well. His dedication to the job is very admirable. Tim A | July 14, 2007 11:10 PM link First off, Trooper Doyle you are a true hero! You risked your life for innocent civilians when you were not even on duty! I was downtown that night so I say thank you for possibly saving my life. Mr. Felon, you are an idiot. You probably are a felon yourself. Only people that have issues with the police say stupid things like that. Someday the stupid things you say will come back to bite you. HARD!! Tim A. I know that you are an officer of some type as well. Are you ok? You are supposed to be a brother/sisterhood. Honestly, I know Jimmy and I think he got exactly what he deserves. He had chances before to get some help but was too cool to do it. I bet his daughters are really proud of him now! Trooper Doyle, keep on truckin! You have the support of thousands! Caitlin L | July 19, 2007 10:41 AM link GREETINGS and Our Most Optimistic Sentiments of Friendship & Neighborly Heartiness to Trooper Brendan Doyle! Your Community Pal, The Jack Lancellotta, Ex. Director JAYCEE Foundation | July 21, 2007 4:26 PM link To Brendan Doyle:My thoughts and prayers are with you. I heard that you are a graduate of Iona College,and I want the Doyle family to tell Brendan's alma mater at Iona to honor him during any of the Gaels' sporting events,because he was a track star at Iona. Here's to one of the best Fighting Irishmen,fighting back against all odds! Here's to Brendan Doyle,Iona's Finest! Fred Benson | October 15, 2007 8:31 PM link Post a commentPlease be civil. Vicious comments, personal attacks and profanity won't be published. Name and email are required; email address will not publish. |
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Keep up the great work. Focus on your recovery and the rest will fall into place for you. You are an inspiration to others who have suffered TBI's. Best of Luck to you.