<div>On Monday 13 October 2025, in a quiet rural town, Jacob was the victim of a horrific and unimaginable act of violence. Jacob was viciously attacked, doused in petrol, and set alight during a horrific violent attack. Jacob sustained 3rd-degree burns to over 32% of his body, including his face, torso, both arms, back, and legs. Due to the severity of his injuries and the damage to his airways, Jacob was flown to Sydney and placed into an induced coma on life support.
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<div>This deeply traumatic incident was witnessed by his immediate family and partner, leaving physical and emotional scars that will take a lifetime to heal.
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<div>Jacob now faces a long and painful journey of ongoing medical treatment, rehabilitation, recovery, and ultimately, the need to relocate to a safe environment for his treatment and the entire family’s health and wellbeing.
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<div>This GoFundMe has been created to help Jacob and his family with the overwhelming costs ahead. Funds raised will go toward:
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<div>Ongoing medical care and treatment
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<div>Rehabilitation and recovery support
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<div>Mental health services for Jacob and his family
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<div>Accommodation near the hospital where Jacob is being treated
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<div>Relocation expenses to ensure their safety
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<div>The family would be grateful if you could support by donating, no matter how big or small, every cent will make a difference towards helping Jacob and his family rebuild their lives after such a senseless act of violence.
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<div>If you cannot donate, please share this link across your networks and social media to help this GoFundMe reach as many people as possible.
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<div>On behalf of Jacob and his family, thank you for your support, your compassion, and your kindness during this unimaginably difficult time.
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<div>We will provide regular updates as Jacob’s recovery progresses.
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Matthew Chalker

Anonymous

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Norman Bowlby

Help Jacob who is recovering from 3rd degree burns

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