Community raises $64k for injured Knights fans in less than 24 hours
About $64,000 raised in under 24 hours via two GoFundMe campaigns.
A car hit fans waiting to farewell the Newcastle Knights bus on Saturday, injuring ten people. Dave Martin, a 67-year-old retired barber from Wallsend, underwent eight hours of surgery for multiple fractures in both legs.
A five-year-old girl critically injured in the crash is now stable after several operations. The girl's mother was also severely hurt.
Two GoFundMe campaigns have raised about $64,000 in less than 24 hours to help the families with medical costs and recovery. Dave's campaign has reached $30,359 toward a $70,000 target.
- 10 total
- Injured people
- About 64,000 dollars
- Total funds raised
- 30,359 dollars toward 70,000 target
- Dave Martin's campaign
- 18, P-plater
- Driver age
Why it mattersThe surge shows how a community rallies in crisis, easing the financial strain of long-term recovery and care.
AustraliaA Wallsend community has mobilised rapid support for locals facing months of hospital care and rehabilitation.
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