The Latest: Utah girl shot in head by teens leaves hospital

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A Utah girl who survived being shot in the head by two teens in a crime that shocked her small town is leaving the hospital after more than two months and says she can’t wait to see her favorite horse, “Junior.”
Deserae Turner spoke Thursday at a Salt Lake City hospital where she’s been treated since she was found in a ditch Feb. 17. Authorities say two 16-year-old boys lured her to an isolated spot, then robbed and shot her.
The 14-year-old arrived in a wheelchair. She had short hair, a brace on her lower left leg and wore a shirt saying, “Happy.” She thanked doctors, therapists and those who sent her prayers.
Her father, Matt Turner, said it’s a joyous day and called his daughter a determined and courageous young woman who has battled for her life.
Deserae and her parents declined to talk about her injuries or the circumstances of the shooting.