'Going to be a long journey': Animal sanctuary staff continues healing after violent attack in Racine Co.
UNION GROVE, Wis. (CBS 58) -- A farm animal sanctuary in Racine County is recovering after a violent interaction on Friday.
Two volunteers were seriously injured in an attack that led to a police standoff.
The suspect - identified as 32-year-old Bradley Kubisiak - died from self-inflicted wounds.
CBS 58 learned he was on probation at the time.
Now, the home to more than 160 farm animals is receiving an outpouring of support while healing physical and mental wounds.
Beca Thompson is the founder of Tiny Hooves Sanctuary. She witnessed the aftermath of Friday's scary scene.
"I couldn't breathe. It's your worst nightmare," Thompson said.
She arrived to a wrecked police car, a broken gate, and a huge emergency response.
"I didn't know if I was walking into animals who had been killed, people who had been killed. I had no idea. I just knew something was very, very wrong," Thompson said.
Earlier that day, a goat was found on their property - not a unique occurrence at the sanctuary.
"We did what we do best, we took her in, gave her shelter, food, water, everything she needed," Thompson said.
Two hours later, a man arrived at the farm, yelling about the goat.
He immediately attacked Thompson's partner, Taylor, and a volunteer, Sandi.
The suspect, Kubisiak, used heavy bricks as a weapon during the attack.
"There was blood everywhere. It was crazy, Thompson said.
Taylor and Sandi were treated at a hospital. Despite serious injuries, they went home the same day.
Taylor will have a tough recovery, due to large wounds on his face and eyes.
"Mentally it's going to be a long journey for healing, but physically, thankfully, miraculously, he's going to be okay," Thompson said.
Meanwhile, the goat now has a new, loving home at the sanctuary. Thompson said she has noticeable trauma.
"Who knows what she witnessed. We're going to do the best we can for her," Thompson said.
The goat is the 168th animal in Tiny Hooves Sanctuary's care. They refer to her as "New Girl" for now.
"We need a really good, strong, female name. We'll know it when it hits us," Thompson said.
Thompson said the farm is overwhelmed by support from the community.
Between a GoFundMe and a Facebook fundraiser, they have raised more than $40,000 for the victims.
An official statement from Tiny Hooves Sanctuary and donation links can be found here.