Dáithí’s ‘sheer drive’ aids his recovery

The Lawless family at home together for the first time in over a year, l-r: Liam, Anthony, Dáithí, Liam and Antoinette Lawless. (Picture: Antoinette Lawless)

The mother of Dáithí Lawless has spoken to The Avondhu about her son’s recovery, and her joy at having him home and reunited with his family permanently. 

It is 14 months since a road traffic accident left Dáithí with serious injuries, and his return to Limerick is a cause for celebration for his parents Antoinette and Liam, and his brothers Anthony and Liam.

In April 2020 Dáithí, now 11 years old, was the victim of a serious road accident near his home at Cush, Martinstown in Limerick. 

Thankfully Dáithí has now returned home to Martinstown and has attended school for the first time since the road accident happened. 

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