Earlier today, Bellevue motorcycle Officer Kevin Bereta was released from Harborview Medical Center after he was involved in a serious motorcycle crash while escorting the Vice President of the United States on August 15th. After spending over three weeks at Harborview Medical Center and undergoing several procedures for his injuries, Officer Bereta was discharged from the hospital this morning at 11:30 a.m. There was a large contingent of Bellevue Police Officers and staff present at Harborview to show their support for Officer Bereta. Bellevue Police Chief Wendell Shirley stated: “I would like to give a huge thank-you to all those who provided messages of support for Officer Bereta, who will continue his recovery at home. I also want to recognize the Seattle Police Department, Washington State Patrol, and the many other agencies that offered their support and assistance to our police family during this difficult time.”
A fund to assist the Bereta family has been created by the Bellevue Police Foundation. Donations may be made online.
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