NBC News - Oregon teen hopes for return of stolen prosthetic leg
Atticus Root has been battling bone cancer since age 13, leading to the amputation of his left leg above the knee. Despite the challenges, he received a custom-made prosthetic leg, which cost about $8,000. Unfortunately, while dining in downtown Portland, his car was broken into, and the prosthetic leg, along with some work equipment, was stolen. This incident was a significant setback for Atticus, who was beginning to feel better with his prosthetic. In response, his uncle and wife set up a GoFundMe page to help cover the costs of a new prosthetic, offering a small way to assist him in this difficult situation.
Key Points:
- Atticus Root has faced bone cancer since age 13, resulting in leg amputation.
- He received a custom prosthetic leg costing $8,000.
- The prosthetic was stolen from his car, along with work equipment.
- A GoFundMe campaign was launched to replace the stolen prosthetic.
- The theft was a major setback as Atticus was recovering well.