Blind Chris’s injury hell after being hit by a subway train
A BLIND Scot who was hit by a subway train in Glasgow will remain in hospital for a year after suffering life-changing injuries.
Chris McCarrol fell on to the tracks at Bridge Street station on October 3.
The 32-year-old spent weeks in the intensive care and high dependency units at the city’s Queen Elizabeth University Hospital after the accident.
His family have been told his recovery may take up to two years. It is understood his guide dog Inca was taken into the care of Guide Dog UK.
His family have set up a GoFundMe page to raise £25,000 and support Chris as he recovers.
A statement from the family on the fundraising page read: “This is Christopher, our muchloved son, brother, uncle and friend.
“He is a loving, active, energetic, sarcastic and
BY PETER DAVIDSON peter.davidson@reachplc.com funny young man with the biggest heart.
“Chris is registered blind and was involved in a horrible accident along with his lovely guide dog, Inca. No one expected him to live but he has defied the odds thus far and has survived to tell the tale.
“After his return from hospital, Chris will have to relocate from his top floor flat to a residence on the ground floor. The life-changing injuries he has sustained will require extensive physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
“He will therefore require a lot of extra care and support. The cost to him and his family will be significant. If you wish to support Chris and his family in their hour of need, any donations would be greatly appreciated.”
By yesterday, £3500 had been raised.
His appeal is available by searching for Chris McCarrol on GoFundMe.