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The Man Who Tried To Save Mia Ayliffe-Chung Dies In Hospital

Thomas Jackson was injured in the vicious attack at a backpackers hostel in Queensland
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The British man who tried to save backpacker Mia Ayliffe-Chung during a vicious attack at Shellyโ€™s Backpackers Hostel in Home Hill, Queensland, has died.

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Thomas Jackson was severely injured after he intervened against Frenchman Smail Ayad who attacked 21-year-old Ayliffe-Chung after he reportedly became infatuated with her.

Jackson was hospitalised with multiple stab wounds to his head and leg but the ABC now reports that the 30-year-oldโ€™s life support has been turned off.  

Police have confirmed they will upgrade Ayadโ€˜s charges at his next court appearance scheduled for October 28.

  

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Jacksonโ€™s father flew in to Townsville over the weekend to be by his sonโ€™s side, and praised his bravery.

โ€œThere are many and varied reasons why we are, and always will be, immensely proud of Tom,โ€ Les Jackson said. โ€œHis actions in response to this horrific attack only add to that sense of pride.โ€

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