Fundraiser event to be held in Carlow for man in hospital with catastrophic injuries
An amazing €20,000 has been raised for a man suffering in hospital after he was mowed down off his motorcycle in Carlow
Carlow is hosting a motorbike fundraiser next month following a tragic incident in which a motorcyclist was mowed down at a set of traffic lights.
On the 8th of July in Carlow Town a man named Jackson Singh was involved in a devastating accident when a black Ford Ranger pick-up truck stolen by four youths mowed him down when he was waiting for traffic lights to go green.
The pick up truck failed to stop for the police and fled the scene of the collision.
In a matter of moments, Jackson's life and the life of this wife and their young daughter has been turned upside down, according to GoFundMe.
“What should have been an ordinary day became the start of an unimaginable fight for survival, and recovery. Jackson was advised he survived due to wearing full protective motorbike gear,” the GoFundMe says.
He suffered catastrophic injuries and remains in hospital for up to 12 weeks.
“He is facing a long and difficult road ahead. Jackson and his family have already endured tremendous pain, emergency medical care, and the emotional trauma that comes with such a senseless act”.
Since being set up about one month ago, the fundraiser has collected an amazing €20,000 for Jackson and his family during this very difficult time.
The organiser of the fundraiser in an update said: “I am delighted that we have reached the initial amount set for Jackson. Everyone who donated and shared this fund raiser, without your help we could not have achieved what we have achieved. Thank you.We are still fundraising and will be organising a Charity Bike Run provisionally for the 13th of September (to be confirmed). We will keep everyone informed”.
Next month, on the 20th of September a motorbike fundraising event will be held for Jackson and his family to show support within the community.
The event will be held at The Pint Depot, The Royal Oak, Bagenalstown in Carlow.
Registration will start from 11.00am with a registration fee of€10 including one raffle ticket.
The route will be advised on the day and will be returning back to The Pint Depot for light food refreshments compliment of The Pint Depot.
Free Camping and Campervan parking will be available and additional raffle tickets will be on sale on the day.