Blind man hit by Glasgow subway train could take two years to recover

A blind man who was hit by a Glasgow subway train when he fell onto the track with his guide dog could spend a year in hospital.

Christopher McCarrol was not expected to live after falling off the platform at Bridge Street Station in October.

His dog Inca is now in the care of the Scottish SPCA and Christopher's family are fundraising for his care, which will include moving him to a more suitable flat.

The 32-year-old's recovery is expected to take at least two years.

The family said: "Christopher is a loving, active, energetic, sarcastic and funny young man with the biggest heart. Chris is registered blind and was unfortunately involved in a horrible accident along with his lovely guide dog, Inca.

"Chris was subsequently hit by a subway train at Bridge Street Station in Glasgow on October 3 2019. No one expected him to live but he has defied the odds thus far and has survived to tell the tale.

"While he isn't out of the woods just yet, he's strong and determined. Due to the severity of his injuries, Chris is expected to stay in hospital for a year.

"His recovery will take at least two years. After his return from hospital Chris will have to relocate from his top floor flat to a residence on the ground floor. As you can imagine, the life changing injuries he has sustained will require extensive physiotherapy and rehabilitation. He will therefore require a lot of extra care and support.

"The cost to him and his family will be significant. If you wish to support Chris and his family in their hour of need, any donations would be greatly appreciated."

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