Thomas Jackson Dies In Hospital Following Backpacker Attack

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 Shelly’s Backpackers Hostel in Home Hill, Queensland, has died.

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-old’s life support has been turned off.

Police have confirmed they will upgrade Ayad‘s charges at his next court appearance scheduled for October 28.

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Police will upgrade charges against a 29yo man in his next appearance in T'ville Mags Court on Oct 28. https://t.co/6lUCD7O2ik #HomeHill
— Queensland Police (@QldPolice) August 30, 2016

Jackson’s father flew in to Townsville over the weekend to be by his son’s side, and praised his bravery.

“There are many and varied reasons why we are, and always will be, immensely proud of Tom,” Les Jackson said. “His actions in response to this horrific attack only add to that sense of pride.”

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