An Irish dad has been left in critical condition in the US after suffering a horrible accident last week.
Armagh man Sean Hughes has been living in Philadelphia for five years, settling down over there with his wife Emily O'Neill and son Sean Jnr.
It is understood that Sean, an active member of Young Ireland’s Gaelic Football Club, suffered serious head injuries after an accident while working on a construction site last Friday.
He is currently in a medically induced coma.
A GoFundMe page has been set up to help pay for his treatment and to support his wife and two-year-old son.
The page, which has raised a staggering $56,000 (€45,000), said: "Sean was in a terrible accident last Friday at work.
"He is currently in the hospital in critical condition in a medically induced coma, for a severe head injury.
"We are asking for financial help for Sean, his family wife, Emily and wee Sean.
"Sean comes from the Grange Co. Armagh, he is the eldest son of Paul and Majella. Sean had played football for the Pearse Og’s until he came to the US.
"He has been living here happily for five years, working hard and starting a family of his own. Emily and Sean have one son, Sean who is two.
"Baby Sean is Sean’s world, he is doting father to say the least."
Friends added: "We are aware that it is the holiday season and times are tough for everyone especially in the midst of this pandemic, but at this time please consider helping a fellow gael through this extremely tough time.
"We are also asking for prayers and good thoughts for Sean. He is indeed a fighter and we are praying that he will come out shining."
If you wish to donate to help Sean and his family, you can do so here.
