A 69-year-old tourist who became trapped on rocks while hiking in Tasmania, Australia, has been forced to have his leg amputated.
The man was rafting (an adventure sport that involves going down waterfalls and cascades) last year when he suffered the accident. Paramedics spent almost an entire day trying to free him and despite their efforts over the course of around 20 hours of rescue, they were forced to amputate his leg in order to free him.
After 20 hours, the decision was made to amputate the broken leg to finally free him, and he was rushed to hospital. Now, after months of recovery, he has been allowed to return home to Lithuania.
"This man went through a life-changing experience in a country far from his home and family and has made a steady recovery," a Lithuanian emergency services source said.
The same person in charge praised the work of everyone involved in the rescue and treatment of the victim, allowing him to be well and return to his destination.
