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A supporter of LEEDS is in critical condition at the hospital after falling from a tree while celebrating the club’s title success.
On Monday, thousands of fans lined the streets for an open-top bus parade to celebrate the team’s return to the Premier League.
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Tragedy struck when supporter Ed O’Brien fell from a tree in Millennium Square.
The 23-year-old was rushed to the hospital and remains in a coma.
A JustGiving campaign has been launched to assist Ed in his fight, successfully raising over £10,000, far surpassing the initial £750 target.
Among the donations, a message read: “Thinking of you. Strength and love!”
The Atlanta Hawks player is a committed Leeds fan and is involved with the 49ers Enterprises group that owns the club.
Ed’s mother, Stacey Barker, stated online: “To my knowledge, he had been drinking, but I believe he was not heavily intoxicated as some may suggest.
“I am also convinced that no other substances played a role.”
She emphasized that his recovery will be a “slow and lengthy journey” and is “unlikely to proceed without complications.”
The JustGiving page reads: “To support Ed O’Brien and his family as he bravely fights for his life following a fall from a tree during the celebrations for Leeds winning the league on Monday.
“His parents live in York, and this situation adds significant travel and time-off work challenges for them.
“We aim to raise funds to ease some of this burden. MOT stay strong, Ed.”
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