French boy thrown from Tate balcony has ‘smile back’ after hospital release
Summary
A French boy who was seriously injured after being thrown from a balcony at London’s Tate Modern art gallery in 2019 has been released from the hospital and returned to school. His family said he is making progress and has a smile again after intensive rehabilitation.Key Facts
- The boy was six years old when he was pushed from a 30-metre (100-foot) balcony at Tate Modern by then-teenager Jonty Bravery in August 2019.
- He suffered severe injuries, including a brain bleed and many broken bones.
- After nearly seven years, the boy left the hospital and briefly returned to school before summer holidays.
- His family described him as “our little knight” and shared updates on a GoFundMe page raising money for his medical care.
- The crowdfunding has raised more than £500,000 to help cover treatment costs.
- The boy is still undergoing therapies like physiotherapy, speech therapy, and neuropsychology.
- To celebrate, his family is planning a tandem paragliding flight and a seaside trip.
- Jonty Bravery pleaded guilty to attempted murder and was sentenced to life with a minimum of 15 years. He has also been punished for attacks on hospital staff.
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