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Albuquerque Officer Shot In Traffic Stop Leaves Hospital

An Albuquerque officer who drew national attention after he was shot during a traffic stop is out of the hospital.

Albuquerque police spokeswoman Celina Espinoza said Thursday that Lou Golson has been released and is resting at home.

Golson was shot earlier this month after he pulled over a suspected drunken driver. The officer fired his weapon but police said 36-year-old Christopher Cook was not hit and fled the scene.

Cook was later arrested and is being held on attempted murder and other charges.

Authorities say Golson suffered a gunshot wound in the abdomen and broke his wrist.

Espinoza says Golson has started physical therapy and wants to return to work soon.

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