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Radio Newcastle,08 Oct 2025,6 mins

Hero amputee veteran now needs heroes to help him

Make a Difference: North East

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Luke served in the Household Cavalry Regiment for 19 years before being discharged in 2023. Three weeks ago, Luke started to feel pain in his calf, and just six days later, his left leg had been amputated below the knee. Luke has been a true hero for us serving our country in Afghanistan, but now he needs some heroes to help him. Luke spoke to BBC Radio Newcastle's Kelly Scott.

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