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Father Loses Foot Moments After Family Lunch
10 Jan
Summary
- Man lost his foot after being struck by a car shortly after a family meal.
- He suffered multiple severe injuries including a broken pelvis and fractured femurs.
- A fundraiser has been set up to support his recovery and long road ahead.
A father's life was irrevocably altered just moments after enjoying a family lunch. Lewis Rimmer, 41, was struck by a vehicle shortly after leaving a cafe with his wife and two daughters. The incident occurred as he was going to purchase a lottery ticket, a weekly ritual.
The collision resulted in devastating injuries, including a fractured pelvis, broken femurs, multiple rib fractures, and a severely damaged left foot, which ultimately required amputation. He also suffered a ruptured bladder and two bowel ruptures, necessitating over 40 hours of surgery.
Authorities arrested a 56-year-old man on suspicion of dangerous driving and driving under the influence. A GoFundMe campaign has been initiated to support Lewis Rimmer, who faces a significant recovery. His family, including his young daughters, are drawing strength from each other to move forward.
