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1.28.2009

beaten professor awakens from coma

Narayan Dhakal, a University of North Carolina-Charlotte professor who was beaten, robbed and left for dead, has awoken from a coma: UNC Charlotte Professor Left For Dead Awakens From Coma. He was found lying the middle of the street last October, and had been in a coma ever since.

When this article was written, Dhakal was awake but unable to talk about the incident, but police say they have an idea of who is responsible for the attack. They're described as three black males, 15 to 18 years old, who go by the nicknames "Spade," "Tyrique," and "Respect."

Anyone with information about the suspects can call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600. Tipsters can remain anonymous and could receive a reward. More here: Beaten professor awakens from coma.