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Forklift Accident Survivor Reunites with Medics During Fundraising Walk

Lee Johnson, who was critically injured in a 2023 forklift collision, raised £1,491 for the air ambulance service that saved his life.

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Overview

  • Lee Johnson was impaled by a forklift in August 2023, suffering severe injuries including pelvic fractures and nerve damage.
  • Emergency services, including the Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS), provided critical care and transported him to the hospital.
  • Johnson endured two emergency surgeries, intensive rehabilitation, and a challenging recovery process to regain mobility.
  • On the accident's anniversary, Johnson and his family completed a sponsored walk, raising funds for GNAAS’ charity-funded operations.
  • He reunited with the paramedic and doctor who treated him, expressing gratitude for their life-saving efforts.