LMPD Officer Nick Wilt taking medical retirement nearly 3 years after Louisville bank shooting

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — The Louisville Metro Police officer critically injured in the 2023 mass shooting at Old National Bank is retiring.

LMPD announced Thursday that Officer Nick Wilt will take medical retirement from the department. A ceremony is scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30, at the Summit Wellness Center on President’s Boulevard in Louisville.

The department said “his service, sacrifice and spirit will be honored during a celebration hosted by his family, LMPD Chief Paul Humphrey, Assistant Chief Bryan Edelen, LMPD Executive Command Staff, Louisville Metro Police Foundation, and Mayor Craig Greenberg.”

Officer Nick Wilt’s bravery
Officers Cory Galloway and Nick Wilt were the first on the scene at Old National Bank in downtown Louisville on April 10, 2023. Body-worn camera footage released the day after the shooting shows Wilt driving with Galloway in the passenger seat as they pull up and come under fire while still in their cruiser.

Wilt, on only his fourth day on the job, was shot in the head while ascending the building’s steps. Minutes later, Galloway shot and killed the gunman.

The suspect, a 25-year-old former employee of Old National Bank, killed five employees and injured eight others, including Wilt and another LMPD officer.

Wilt was rushed to UofL Hospital for brain surgery and remained in critical condition for weeks, also battling pneumonia.

Since early 2024, Wilt has walked independently with a cane and has rarely needed it since last fall. His family has shared updates on milestones in his recovery and the ongoing challenges from his traumatic injury, including seizures, nerve damage, intense headaches, and needing some assistance with daily activities and decision-making.

Earlier this month, at a ceremony honoring four officers shot in the line of duty, Wilt’s family attended to continue their support.

“His love for life, his laughter, his ability to find light in any situation has inspired us all,” said Zach Wilt, Nick’s twin brother. “And our mindset for our family is clear — that we get to heal and live alongside Nick.”

Zach Wilt called his brother’s progress a “miracle” during the recognition event, sharing an update with the community.