David Ortiz Says It's 'Priceless' to Be Home with Family After Shooting

Former Boston Red Sox star David Ortiz returned to Instagram on Monday, saying he's returned home after being shot in his native Dominican Republic in June.

"Being at home and look at my family celebrating that lm here safe is priceless...Thank for all the prayers Too bad l can't crush food yet," Ortiz posted.

Police said Ortiz was mistakenly shot in a planned hit of another person June 9 while at a bar in the East Santo Domingo. He underwent emergency surgery that required the removal of part of his intestines, colon and his gallbladder. 

Ortiz later underwent a second surgery after being flown back to Massachusetts by the Red Sox. It's unclear at what level Ortiz is in his recovery, but it appears he's still has a long way to go before making a full recovery.

"David's journey to good health has been bolstered by the many expressions of love that have come to us from across the globe," Ortiz's wife wrote on Instagram last month. "Your support has lifted his spirits tremendously during this challenging time."

Dominican police have arrested several men in connection with the crime, which was carried out by people hired by Victor Hugo Gomez Vasquez, who is a member of the Mexican drug cartel.