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 An Abbots plumber who was involved in a fatal car crash back in January says that the traumatic experience has made take a new perspective on life. Colin Wilson, 20, from Upper Highway, Abbots Langley, has worked for AJS Plumbing and Heating for the past three years, and has also represented Evergreen Football Club. He was involved in the collision with three friends when on their way to St Albans for a night out. Colin was a rear seat passenger in a Fiat Punto when they had a head on collision with another vehicle. Police estimate that the speed of the two cars resulted in a 130mph crash, with the high speed impact resulting in driver Rob Halford tragically losing his life. Colin was suffering from severe internal injuries and two damaged vertebrae, but despite this, managed to drag himself out of the wreckage. He then managed to rescue the female passenger who was in the front seat, and also Danny Chitty, who had been sitting in the back with him. Rob was pulled from the car by a passing motorist, and within minutes of all four being clear of the wreckage, the Fiat went up in flames. Colin spent one week in hospital and two months away from work, while Dan suffered facial injuries and the female passenger a broken collarbone. My Abbots would like to make it clear that all four of those travelling were wearing seatbelts. Colin said his parents Jeff and Sue, brother Paul and his close friends have been wonderful and supportive through his ordeal, and he wishes to thank them all as it has been uplifting and appreciated. The accident has changed his perspective on life, while he admits it will be tough for him to get over the loss of his close friend. He told My Abbots: “Losing my friend Rob, who I have known for eight years, has been very hard to deal with and it will be with me for the rest of my life. The only positive I have taken from the accident is that life is too short to worry about immaterial things and maybe to have a ‘live for today’ attitude. Losing my mate has put things into perspective.” Colin refused to accept any kind of hero tag from this magazine for his bravery and selfless actions, but we at My Abbots think he is certainly worthy of our respect. We are sad that he lost a close friend, but proud of his willingness to save his friends.
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