Man who lost leg TWO MONTHS AGO to tackle Glasgow Kiltwalk

A man whose leg was amputated just two months ago is aiming to complete the Glasgow Kiltwalk.

Andy Watson, 47, suffered the traumatic limb loss after he was hit by a car in Helensburgh, Dunbartonshire.

He just celebrated his birthday one week before the smash and was simply standing by the side of the road when the tragedy happened.

Sadly the damage to Andy’s left leg was so severe that medics said the only treatment was an above-the-knee amputation.

Now, after being cleared to return home, the tough survivor hopes to raise money for Down’s Syndrome Scotland.

Andy from Alexandria said: “I was with my friend and we pulled over at the side of the road so he could take a break from driving.

“I was standing near the kerb, just enjoying the fresh air, when I heard a car rev up.

“The next thing I know I’m pinned to a wall with blood pouring everywhere.”

It’s understood the car that was revving lurched forward into a second car that was parked near where Andy was standing.

This second vehicle then also lurched forward and pinned Andy against the wall.

A nearby veterinary surgeon who witnessed the chaos provided immediate first aid and support before paramedics arrived and raced Andy to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

Sadly, after hours in emergency surgery, medics confirmed they could not save his leg.

Andy, whose recovery is being aided by Digby Brown Solicitors, has not yet received a full prognosis but he has been allowed to return home and has been encouraged to stay as active as possible.

He now intends to celebrate his survival by completing the 14.5-mile ‘Big Stroll’ at Glasgow Kiltwalk on Sunday 26 April - exactly two months since the crash.

Andy added: “I won’t lie, it’s not easy.

“My life is completely changed but I’m determined to not let this injury mean that my life is over - it’s just different.

“So I’m trying to stay positive and active and one of the best ways I can stay committed to this is by doing some good and I’ve chosen Down’s Syndrome Scotland because of the positive outcomes I’ve seen and learned through my friend and his child.

“That’s why this fundraising challenge matters - I think it will do some good in more ways than one.

“I will be supported by friends and there will of course be a wheelchair and crutches and everything else I need to complete it.

“I just know that if I can accomplish this then I can accomplish anything.”

If you feel you are able, please consider donating to Andy's fundraiser for Down’s Syndrome Scotland.

Police Scotland investigated the collision and a 23-year-old driver was reported to the procurator fiscal.