An online fundraiser has been launched to help a woman who was seriously injured in an unusual crash in Dublin which involved her and another cyclist. While the male cyclist did not suffer life-threatening injury, the woman is now in an induced coma.
She was taken from the scene to hospital where she has remained being treated for head injuries since the incident on Monday morning. And at the time of writing over €11,000 had been raised for her as donations had poured in from more than 650 people.
Gabriella Saab was injured on Botanic Road, Glasnevin, north Dublin, at 10am on Monday. She was initially taken by ambulance to the Mater Hospital but has since been transferred to Beaumont, also in north Dublin, and which specialises in the treatment of head injuries.
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Her friend, Camila Longo, has launched the fundraising campaign - which can be accessed by following this link - and it is now well on track to reach the goal of €15,000. She said Ms Saab required surgery for head injury.
"She is currently hospitalised and in stable condition, but in an induced coma to aid in her 100 per cent recovery," Ms Longo added in the fundraiser campaign, which is intended to help with medical and related bills and also to assist members of the Saab family to travel from Brazil to Ireland.
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"We are launching this fundraising campaign with the goal of supporting Gabi in covering the various costs associated with her recovery, including hospital expenses, medications, rent, grocery bills, and even her father's journey from Brazil to Ireland to be by her side.
"Any contribution, no matter how small, will make a significant difference in Gabi's life during this challenging time. Additionally, please send your positive energy, vibes, and lots of love, as the strength of everyone is essential and will make a difference. Let's come together and show how much we care about Gabi. Your generosity will be greatly appreciated."
Gardaí released a statement on Monday confirming the location and time of the crash, adding: “A female was taken from the scene to the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, to be treated for injuries believed to be serious at this time. A male received injuries believed to be non-life-threatening. The road is currently closed. Local diversions are in place. No further updates are available at this time.”
Any road users or pedestrians who may have camera footage – including dash-cam – and were travelling in the area of Botanic Road or Iona Road, Glasnevin, Dublin this morning between 9am and 10:30am, is asked to make this footage available to Gardaí.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Mountjoy Garda Station on 01 666 8600, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.
