A man whose leg was crushed by a forklift has revealed his shocking injuries. Simon Upton, 53, suffered serious left leg and ankle injuries, including multiple fractures, when he was hit by the vehicle at work.
The dad-of-four and granddad-of-three spent more than six weeks in hospital and had to undergo more than five operations. Nearly five years later he is still under the care of surgeons and may have to undergo more surgeries as he battles ongoing severe pain and mobility issues.
Surgeons say he still faces the possibility of amputation - with shocking images showing the extent of his injuries and surgical wounds. Simon was on a pedestrian crossing when the forklift truck collided with him, crushing his leg and ankle.
