British Man Battles for Survival on 23rd Birthday Following Thailand Motorbike Collision
A young British man is fighting for his life on his 23rd birthday after a devastating motorbike collision in Thailand. Tiger Duggan, hailing from Milton Keynes, remains on life support in a hospital, having sustained what medical professionals describe as life-threatening injuries from the incident that occurred on Sunday, February 1.
Family Faces Heart-Wrenching Ordeal Amidst Financial Crisis
Instead of celebrating Tiger's milestone birthday on Friday, February 6, his family is gathered at his hospital bedside, confronting what his mother Lisa calls every parent's worst nightmare. The situation escalated when they discovered that Tiger's travel insurance would not cover his medical expenses due to a small, overlooked clause, plunging them into a severe financial predicament.
Initially treated on the island of Ko Pha Ngan, Tiger was transferred to Koh Samui, Thailand's second-largest island. However, the exorbitant cost of moving him to a specialized neurosurgery hospital in Bangkok forced the family to make critical, life-saving decisions under mounting pressure. They faced an initial bill of £6,000 for his ICU stay in Koh Samui, followed by a staggering £20,000 for the transfer to Bangkok, which Lisa referred to as a birthday miracle.
Community Rallies with Overwhelming Support
In response to this crisis, the neonatal community at Milton Keynes University Hospital, where Lisa works as a dedicated neonatal nurse, has mobilized to support the Duggan family. A GoFundMe campaign was established to alleviate the financial burden, and it has already raised more than £82,000. Colleagues and friends expressed their solidarity, emphasizing Lisa's compassion and the immense emotional and financial toll the family is enduring.
Lisa and Tiger's father, Kieron, have expressed profound gratitude for the global outpouring of support. In a heartfelt message, they stated, We are completely overwhelmed by the incredible generosity shown so far. From here in Thailand, we truly feel the love surrounding us, and it is giving us strength when we feel like we have none left.
Ongoing Medical Efforts and Hope for Recovery
Following his transfer to Bangkok, Tiger underwent a scan, and treatment for his injuries has commenced. His family remains hopeful that the next step will involve his safe return to the United Kingdom. The incident has highlighted the critical importance of comprehensive travel insurance and the unpredictable nature of accidents abroad.
As Tiger continues his brave fight, the Duggan family draws strength from the widespread support, focusing entirely on his recovery while navigating the challenges of medical care in a foreign country.
