Jamal Avery, a construction worker who was shot while fixing a fence in Phoenix, spoke with ABC15 Wednesday on his recovery.
Avery’s wife and mom spoke with ABC15 in September after the shooting that left the 19-year-old badly injured and 48-year-old Alan Whitworth dead .
On September 1, Phoenix police said Whitworth was working in construction near 40th Street and Thomas Road, along with Avery. ABC15 was told that morning there was some kind of a fight. Both were shot and officials say the shooter ran from the scene.
His family told ABC15 the young father was transferred to a rehabilitation facility after being released from the hospital.
Phoenix police searched for a suspect for two weeks and ultimately arrested Marquea Cato.
Cato was indicted on multiple charges including first-degree murder. He pleaded not guilty and is in custody and being held on a $2 million bond.
Avery’s family created an online fundraiser to help with medical expenses.
Watch the player above to hear from Avery.