MORE than £100,000 has been raised for Swindon scaffolder Jamie Mines who lost both his arms and one leg in an electrical shock accident just before Christmas.

The 33-year-old has remained in intensive care since the accident in Galton Way on December 19 and was later placed in an induced coma in Southmead Hospital in Bristol until the end of January. As a result of his injuries, the dad had to have one leg and part of both his arms amputated. He also lost all of his toes on his other foot.

Yesterday, a GoFundMe page, set up to support his recovery, managed to reach its target of raising £100,000 for the former semi-professional footballer.

Jamie’s childhood friend Ian Kennedy, 32, who lives in his hometown of Frome and set up the page, said he has been bowled over by the support.

“I certainly didn’t imagine raising this amount when I started the campaign just after Jamie’s accident, but to exceed the target is even more remarkable and that is thanks to all the generous people,” he added.

“Every single person who has been involved with the fundraising should be very proud of yourself. Everyone should all be proud of what we have achieved in such a short space of time and the support and effort everyone has shown is admirable, humbling and simply amazing.

“Jamie messaged me today and said, ‘I am truly shocked to see people’s generosity, I can’t thank you all enough for raising this awareness, you’ve done a fantastic job, the messages of support and everyone’s help has given me a huge lift’.”

In the last couple of weeks, Jamie’s condition has vastly improved and he is now awake from his coma and working with the rehabilitation team to start to learn how to live with his life-changing injuries.

Jamie’s story hit national headlines last month as stars from both sport and entertainment pledged their support including celebrities such as boxer Joe Calzaghe, footballer Alan Shearer and comedian Rob Brydon.

The money will also help support his twin baby girls Isabella and Savannah who he shares with partner Harley.

Jamie moved to Swindon a year ago and it is understood he was working for Boundary Scaffolding at the time of the accident.

The Health and Safety Executive confirmed they are investigating but have not released any details about how long it will take.

To donate, visit www.gofundme.com/raising-money-for-jamie-mines