Injured infant removed from ventilator

Here's the latest update from Sgt. Christie Wood:

I spoke with hospital officials today about the latest condition of the infant injured last week which resulted in the arrest of James Blanchard. The child has been removed from a ventilator, and is breathing on his own. However, the doctors caution that his condition is still very serious, with likely long term medical problems. He will be hospitalized for quite some time. I do not anticipate any further updates on his condition. The child is in the custody of the Department of Health and Welfare, and they will continue to make the decisions pertaining to his care.

Sgt. Christie Wood

Coeur d'Alene City Police