A French boy who was thrown from a viewing platform at London’s Tate Modern art gallery in 2019 has left the hospital nearly seven years after the incident, his family announced. The child, whose name has not been disclosed to protect his privacy, was six years old when he suffered a fall of approximately 100 feet during an attack by then-17-year-old Jonty Bravery.

The boy was on holiday with his parents at the time of the attack on August 4, 2019. He sustained severe, life-changing injuries including a brain hemorrhage and multiple broken bones. Since the incident, he has undergone extensive rehabilitation involving physiotherapy, speech therapy, and neuropsychological support.

In a recent update shared through a GoFundMe crowdfunding page established by Surrey nurse Vicky Diplacto, who has been helping the family with mounting medical expenses, the boy’s parents expressed relief and joy that their son had finally been discharged. They referred to him affectionately as “notre petit chevalier” (our little knight) and revealed that he was able to return briefly to school shortly before the summer holidays. According to the family, his return to class and the opportunity to reunite with teachers and classmates brought back his smile and renewed his motivation.

The family noted the hospital stay was kept as short as possible because the boy was becoming increasingly disheartened and eager to resume a more normal routine. To mark the end of his hospital treatment, they plan to take him on a tandem paragliding flight and a seaside trip with friends.

The recovery journey has not been without setbacks; earlier this year, the family reported a “sad step backwards” in his progress. Nevertheless, his rehabilitation continues on an intensive basis in order to address the complex challenges he faces.

Bravery, now 24, pleaded guilty to attempted murder and received a life sentence with a minimum term of 15 years. At the time of the attack, he was in supported accommodation but was permitted unsupervised outings. Court proceedings revealed that Bravery intended to select and kill a victim deliberately.

The campaign to support the boy and his family has raised over £500,000 to date, reflecting widespread public support in response to the tragic event.