Bomb victim Laura’s family pay tribute to kind hero who saved her life
Scots teenager has been transferred to Glasgow
MANCHESTER bombing victim Laura MacIntyre has been transferred to a hospital in Glasgow as her recovery continues.
The 15-year-old is said to be making “good progress” having suffered serious hand and leg injuries in the blast.
Laura, from Barra in the Outer Hebrides, was at the Ariana Grande concert with Castlebay Community School pal Eilidh MacLeod.
They were reported missing when they failed to get in touch with family after the explosion.
Eilidh was among the dead while Laura was found in hospital.
Yesterday, her parents Michael and Nan MacIntyre said she is now one step closer to home.
They added: “We’d like to take this opportunity to thank the people of Manchester, in particular all those who have done so much to help Laura.
“The kindness and care started from the moments after the bombing when a young travel safe officer held Laura’s hand and comforted her for an hour while she waited for treatment.
“We believe he helped save Laura’s life that night and he will always be a hero to our family. Since then, he has been to visit Laura in hospital and it was a privilege to meet him.”
The family also thanked staff at the Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital, saying: “We couldn’t wish for a more dedicated, professional and kind group of people.
“We’d also like to thank Greater Manchester Police and Police Scotland.
“Loganair Glasgow and Dolina at the airport in Barra have been fantastic, helping fly family members to and from Manchester.
“We’d also like to thank Ronald McDonald House for providing accommodation during our time in the city.
“Finally, we’d like to thank Michael’s employers, Marine Harvest, for their patience.
“All these people have made a big difference during a very traumatic time and we will always be grateful.
“Laura continues to make good progress in her recovery but it will be a long process. Her hand and leg injuries are significant but we are glad she has been able to move to Glasgow.
“She is one step closer to returning to Barra, from where we have received enormous love and support.”