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Man Cut in Half by Forklift Survives
13 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Loren Schauers survived a 50ft fall and forklift crush in 2019.
- He underwent a hemicorporectomy, losing everything below the waist.
- Loren and his wife document their life and advocate for support.
Loren Schauers, now 24, defied unimaginable odds after a life-altering forklift accident in September 2019. While driving a forklift across a bridge in Great Falls, Montana, he plummeted 50ft, the industrial truck crushing him.
He underwent a life-saving hemicorporectomy surgery, resulting in the amputation of everything below his waist. Despite the trauma and extensive recovery, Loren remains determined, supported by his wife and caregiver, Sabia Reiche. They actively document their life and challenges on their YouTube channel.
The couple, married since 2021, share their experiences openly, navigating daily life and advocating for understanding and support. They have also faced challenges, including family rifts and identity theft from online impersonators, but continue to focus on their journey and financial stability through their online presence.
