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Blind Big Brother star Mikey Hughes saved by passengers after falling onto railway tracks as train approached


Mikey Hughes, who appeared on Big Brother in 2008, was left dazed after he fell onto a train track at a Glasgow station before two heroes came to the rescue and saved his life

Blind Big Brother star Mikey Hughes has recounted the terrifying moment he fell onto a railway track, crediting quick-thinking members of the public with saving his life. The 48 year old, who navigates independently using a white stick due to his blindness, had intended to travel to Partick station on Monday but disembarked at the wrong stop. Adding a touch of humour to his reflection, he said: "I'll make sure I keep my cane on the ground next time, rather than waving it about like a Harry Potter wand and I won't always keep my ear defenders on now.

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