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Sheila Ronaldson said: “Speedy recovery, brave man.” Frankie Dixon said: “So sad and completely unnecessary if the people he was helping had obeyed the rules. "I hope he makes as good a recovery as possible.” Ian Dewar said: “Top man, get sorted quickly.” Timo Kirby said: “Speedy recovery, these guys are incredible.” Alison Howard said: “So very, very sad.” Ninety of our readers showed their sadness for Chris’ injuries or appreciation for his selfless work. Chris and his colleagues were aiding one of two wild campers who had fallen ill. The Cumbrian mount...

The LIFESAVER who was injured on a rescue mission above Kirkstone Pass has been named as Chris Lewis.

The LIFESAVER who was injured on a rescue mission above Kirkstone Pass has been named as Chris Lewis.

The volunteer lifesaver injured on a rescue mission above Kirkstone Pass has been named as Chris Lewis.

A fundraiser to help a mountain rescue worker who suffered life-changing injuries while out on a mission has received a massive surge of responses from the public. The volunteer lifesaver injured on a rescue mission above Kirkstone Pass has now been named as Chris Lewis. Patterdale Mountain Rescue lifesaver Chris, 60, fell 150 metres from Red Screes above Kirkstone Pass on February 6. Chris and colleagues were aiding one of two wild campers who had fallen ill. The Cumbrian mountain rescue volunteer suffered severe spinal injuries and it is feared he will never walk again. While the ...