In a public statement posted on Hilton's website, his family said they had received limited information but confirmed he was receiving care and was able to communicate. The update comes as Hilton's representatives, family and colleagues continue to ask for privacy while he recovers. "We have also been able to confirm that Perez is able to communicate, which has given our family hope." Deputies spoke with family members before later confirming Hilton had been taken to a local hospital to receive medical attention. They said their "primary concern" was Hilton's "health and wellbeing, as well as the wellbeing of his family".