Bandna Bhatti, a soon-to-be UC Berkeley graduate, suffered life-altering injuries after falling from a stairway at a fraternity event. The 21-year-old is now paralyzed from the waist down, with a spinal fracture and brain hematoma. Despite the seriousness of her injuries, there was a significant delay in medical assistance, with 911 being called seven hours after the incident. Bhatti's family has started a GoFundMe to help cover extensive medical costs as she faces a challenging path ahead. UC Berkeley has acknowledged the incident and is cooperating with the police investigation.
Bhatti's injuries are not only life-altering but will require extensive and ongoing medical care, including physical therapy, rehabilitation, and specialized support to help her navigate this new chapter.
UC Berkeley is aware of an ongoing police investigation regarding reports of a student being injured near or at a fraternity, according to the statement.
Bandna is a brilliant, compassionate, and resilient young woman who has worked tirelessly toward her dreams. Now, she faces a long and difficult road ahead.
Bhatti was found 15 minutes later but didn't know how bad her injuries were; 911 was called seven hours later.
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