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Support John’s Recovery from Brutal Attack

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My boyfriend’s brother, John, was brutally attacked on public transportation while traveling in Germany on August 24th, 2025. Fresh from completing Paramedic school, and having worked as an EMT for the last year and a half, John’s passion for saving lives drove him to heroically intervene when he saw two women being violently assaulted by, according to Law Enforcement reports, two Syrian Nationals. One of whom was detained briefly by authorities but released shortly after, and the other remains at large. John sustained critical injuries from his attempts to protect these females, including a deep facial wound from a 6-inch blade, requiring immediate and extensive surgery in Germany. This horrible act against John leaves us devastated and seeking justice. He now faces a challenging recovery; physically, emotionally, and even financially as he works to heal from this incident. We are all heartbroken but determined to support him through this ordeal. John is a kind, selfless soul who put his own safety on the line to help others, and now we’re rallying to support him. To help cover his medical expenses and ongoing care, we’ve launched a GoFund Me. Any contribution, no matter how small, will make a significant difference in helping him rebuild his life after this violent attack. Thank you for your kindness and support during this difficult time.
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    Molly Sheldon
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    Schenectady, NY
    John Rudat
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