Thornton Man’s Car Stolen While Recovering From Emergency Surgery
Friends and family are rallying around Rich Armas, a Thornton father of two, after his car was stolen while he was hospitalized for emergency surgery. Armas, a dedicated baseball coach and beloved community member, was rushed to the hospital two weeks ago with severe abdominal pain. Doctors discovered a large abscess and performed surgery to remove it along with a portion of his intestinal tract.
While Armas was undergoing treatment, his Kia was stolen from outside his grandparents’ house. The loss came as a devastating blow to his family and close-knit group of friends, who describe Armas as “a really good dad” and a generous person. “It’s like the proverbial punch in the gut,” said longtime friend Joshua Abeyta. “When one of us takes a loss, we all feel it.”
Armas’ family has filed a police report in Thornton, and his friends have launched a fundraising campaign to help him recover from the financial and emotional toll. So far, they’ve raised about $600 but are hoping to do more. Armas remains in the hospital, facing another surgery, but is said to be in good spirits despite the challenges.
To support Rich Armas and his family, visit their fundraiser here.
