15 year old in intensive care from skid accident

$1,970 donated
Given by 31 generous donors in 4 weeks

Tiba and fibular snapped and all his arteries and muscles and nerves severed.no blood was going to foot at the accident. Hit by car towball.

Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui

My 15-year-old brother is now in intensive care after being hit by the tow-ball of a skidding car. He was standing on the side of the road when the driver accidentally hit him. The tow-ball struck his right leg, and the car came from the left side. CJ tried to run but was unfortunately hit by inches. Several people immediately rushed to help him, and we are incredibly grateful for their assistance on behalf of our family. He was quickly taken to the hospital and into the ER, where they noticed no blood flow to his foot. He then had a CT scan to check for other injuries before undergoing surgery. We were informed that the procedure was very challenging. His injuries included a compound fracture of the tibia and fibula , with severed muscles, nerves, and arteries. He was placed in an induced coma for just under a day before undergoing another surgery. Now, as I write this, he is awake and able to talk to everyone. He can somewhat move his leg on his own, and his foot is warm, which is great news. And will be taken in for another surgery tomorrow where we will find out if he will be getting his foot/leg amputated or not.

Ella Holmes' involvement (page creator)

My little brother

Amanda is his mother

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Travelling cost, accommodation and all the cost that comes with looking after CJ after the hospital. ACC will cover most cost

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Latest update

After surgery   23 June 2024

Posted by: Amanda Carr

Cj's amputation surgery went smoothly and is now on the road to recovery. We are still in Hutt Hospital making sure he is healthy and has no infections. Waiting to get discharge plan hopefully tomorrow we will find out more about going home.

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Latest donations

Ataahua
Ataahua on 04 Jul 2024
All the best for your recovery
$50
Amanda Carr

Thank you 😊

Amanda Carr
Get well soon brother
Get well soon brother on 02 Jul 2024
You’re truly a legend for how you handled everything and continuing to have a positive attitude! Much love and healing bro 🙏
$20
Amanda Carr

Thank you

Amanda Carr
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 26 Jun 2024
$500
Amanda Carr

Thank you so much we really appreciate it.

Amanda Carr
Kristina
Kristina on 26 Jun 2024
Wishing CJ a very good recovery after his unfortunate accident. He has a great attitude and a loving family around him, to support his recovery.
$26
Amanda Carr

Thank you

Amanda Carr
Mary
Mary on 24 Jun 2024
Praying for your fast recovery CJ.
$50
Amanda Carr

Thank you.

Amanda Carr

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This campaign started on 16 Jun 2024 and ended on 16 Jul 2024.