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Brave Sophia Returns Home After Miraculous Recovery

10/24/2025

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Sophia Forchas, a 12-year-old girl, was shot in the head at Annunciation Catholic School.
The August 27 shooting left two children dead and 20 injured.
Sophia underwent major medical treatment, including removal of part of her skull.
She returned home to Minneapolis after 57 days in the hospital.
Mayor Jacob Frey celebrated her recovery, saying, "Welcome home, Sophia. Minneapolis loves you."

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Story summary

Sophia Forchas, a 12-year-old girl, was shot in the head at Annunciation Catholic School.
The August 27 shooting left two children dead and 20 injured.
Sophia underwent major medical treatment, including removal of part of her skull.
She returned home to Minneapolis after 57 days in the hospital.
Mayor Jacob Frey celebrated her recovery, saying, "Welcome home, Sophia. Minneapolis loves you."