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Peter Davidson

Blind man hit by train on Glasgow Subway tracks suffers 'life-changing injuries'

A blind man who was hit by a Subway train in Glasgow will remain in hospital for a year after suffering life-changing injuries.

Christopher McCarrol fell onto the at the station on October 3.

The 32-year-old spent several weeks in the intensive care and high dependency at the following the horrific accident.

His heartbroken family have been told his may take up to two years.

Christopher is expected to remain in hospital for the next year (Go Fund Me)

It is understood his beloved guide dog Inca was taken into the care of Guide Dog UK.

His family have set up a Go Fund Me page to raise £25,000 and support Chris as he recovers from the accident.

They also shared pictures of in hospital recovering from his horrific ordeal.

A statement from the family on the fundraising page read: "This is Christopher, our much loved son, brother, uncle and friend. He is a loving, active, energetic, sarcastic and funny young man with the biggest heart.

"Chris is registered blind and was unfortunately involved in a horrible accident along with his lovely guide dog, Inca. Chris was subsequently hit by a subway train at Bridge Street Station in on October 3 2019.

"No one expected him to live but he has defied the odds thus far and has survived to tell the tale. While he isn’t out of the woods just yet, he’s strong and determined!

"Due to the severity of his injuries, is expected to stay in hospital for a year. His will take at least two years.

Christopher McCarrol will take around two years to recover from his ordeal (Go Fund Me)

"After his return from hospital Chris will have to relocate from his top floor flat to a residence on the ground floor. As you can imagine, the life changing injuries he has sustained will require extensive physiotherapy and rehabilitation.

"He will therefore require a lot of extra care and support.

Christopher McCarrol with his guide dog Inca (right) and his nephew Reuben (Go Fund Me)



"The cost to him and his family will be significant. If you wish to support and his family in their hour of need, any donations would be greatly appreciated."

So far £1120 has been raised for Christopher.

To donate on the Go Fund Me page, click here .

  
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