A south Donegal man who suffered devastating injuries in a workplace accident has been given a boost after a fund-raising campaign went viral.
Dillon Feely, a father of one from Ballyshannon, suffered the life-changing injuries a week ago on August 1st.
The 27-year-old was operating a truck-mounted crane when it struck an overhead powerline.
Dillon suffered horrific burns and was airlifted to James Hospital in Dublin for life-saving treatment.
So severe were his injuries that surgeons needed to amputate one of Dillon’s legs.
Dillon’s extended family launched a GoFundMe page just two days ago in a bid to help Dillon in any way they could.
Almost one thousand donations topping €50,000 have so far flooded in to help Dillon when he gets out of hospital.
Dillon Feely and family
His family are determined to give him the best possible chance of recovery and getting his life back.
A family friend said the next 12 months are vital for Dillon’s recovery.
“Dillon is only 27 years old, and he has a long life ahead of him but his accident has put his family’s plans on hold.
“Doctors have warned that Dillon may be in various hospitals in Dublin for the next 12 months of recovery.
“During this time, he will have to undergo extensive treatment and adapt to his new life with life-changing injuries.”
He has the full-support of his loving partner Aine as well as his parents David and Connie who are by his hospital bedside in Dublin.
With Dillon unable to work and facing major medical bills, his family have set up a Go Fund Me page to help with the costs.
“Dillon is a fighter, and he is determined to recover from this accident. With your help, Dillon and his family can focus on healing and rebuilding their life.”
To donate anything you can to this worthy cause, go to: https://gofund.me/2aaea78e
