“The pole entered the victim’s head beneath his jaw and exited the other side of his head near his right temple area,” the release said.

“The American Flag was still attached (to) the pole at the time.” Due to the size of the pole, firefighters had to cut part of it off for the victim to fit into an ambulance, police said.

“Miraculously, we’re told the victim will survive his injuries, but will likely lose an eye,” the release said.

Amazing the guy lived. I hope he doesn't have too severe of a traumatic brain injury tho... TBIs can change people's personalities, make them more aggressive, or can be severe enough that they can no longer care for themselves/speak/have motor control.

That's why it's always important to wear a helmet and say fuck the haters. Just takes one wrong fall. Also, obligatory I love helmets!