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Gareth Fullerton

THE TRUTH ABOUT: Lee johnston releases first public statement since suffering serious injuries in north west 200 crash - Caught on Camera

Lee Johnston has issued a public statement for the first time since suffering serious injuries after a crash at this month's North West 200.

The Fermanagh rider was airlifted to hospital after crashing at the Church Corner section of the Triangle course during a practice session on Thursday, May 11.

The 33-year-old's family later revealed Johnston was facing a "slow road to recovery" after sustaining injuries including a broken femur, broken shoulder, a break in the foot and face, a number of broken ribs and a collapsed lung, reports Belfast Live.

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