Community & Business
14 October, 2026
Plea of help for accident victim
A GO Fund Me page has been launched to support a young Tablelands man who was pinned between two vehicles in a terrible accident last month.
Li Dewley-Vokes’ partner, Shanise, launched the fundraiser after he was seriously injured from the accident which happened in Atherton on 26 September.
Shanise says the accident has left Li with severe injuries to both legs below the knees and a long and difficult road ahead of him, mentally and physically.
“He is currently facing extensive recovery and rehabilitation, with no clear timeframe for when he will be able to return to work,” she wrote on the Go Fund Me page.
“Li had been spending time with myself and two family members at Theo’s Bar and was the designated sober driver for the night. When the evening came to an end, Li was outside putting our dog, Scout, into the tray of his vehicle when he was struck by another vehicle, leaving him pinned between both vehicles,” she explained.
The driver of the vehicle that hit Li has been charged with drink driving.
“Li is a hard-working person who absolutely loves what he does. He works for Quality Sheds as a concreter on the Atherton Tablelands and takes great pride in his job,” Shanise wrote.
“Being unable to work for the foreseeable future will not only be incredibly difficult for him personally but will also place significant financial pressure on him and myself during an already challenging time.
“Li will require ongoing support and care, and I will be taking on the partial role of his carer while he works towards getting back on his feet.
“Anyone who knows Li knows that he is one of those people who would never hesitate to lend a hand. He has an outgoing personality, a big heart, and is someone you can count on no matter what you need.
“He is always willing to help others without expecting anything in return. Now, Li is the one who needs a helping hand.”
Shanise said they hoped to raise funds to help pay for everyday living expenses, medical and rehabilitation-related costs, transport, legal costs and other expenses that may arise while Li is unable to work.
“Any contribution, no matter how big or small, would mean so much to Li and myself. If you aren’t in a position to donate, sharing this fundraiser with your friends, family and community would also make a huge difference,” she wrote.
“Li has a long road ahead of him, but with the support of the people around him, we hope we can take some of the financial pressure off his shoulders and allow him to focus on what matters most – his recovery and getting back to the life and work he loves.
“Every bit of support means more than you know.”
The Go Fund Me page has raised more than $11,000 so far. To donate, go to https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-li-on-his-road-to-recovery
