Atlanta 6-Year-Old Wakes from Coma After Being Hit by Car, Faces Long Recovery
Tupac Staples, a six-year-old boy from Atlanta, is recovering after being struck by a vehicle while walking with his family on May 1. The incident occurred near James Jackson Parkway Northwest and Browntown Road. Following the accident, Tupac was rushed to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Arthur M. Blank Hospital, where he remained in a coma for nearly three months. He suffered severe injuries, including a broken neck, a punctured lung, internal bleeding, and brain damage. Recently, Tupac has shown minor signs of improvement, such as opening his eyes, although he is still unable to speak. His family has been by his side throughout his hospitalization, and they have set up a GoFundMe page to help cover the costs associated with his care. 
