Amputee Attempting To Swim The English Channel
A Frenchman whose arms and legs had to be amputated following an electrical accident has begun an attempt to swim the English Channel.
Philippe Croizon said he felt “mentally prepared” before setting off from Folkestone Harbour in Kent at 0600 BST.
The 42-year-old, who swims using prosthetic legs, hopes to complete the 21 mile (34km) challenge in 24 hours.
Sixteen years ago, Mr Croizon suffered a severe electric shock while removing a television aerial from a roof.
A current surged through him from a nearby powerline and doctors were forced to amputate his limbs.
Speaking before embarking on the challenge, he said: “I spent a good night, I feel really good and I’ve slept well.
“I’ve done all my training and warm up and I feel really mentally prepared.”
Mr Croizon, who has been preparing for the challenge for two years, is expected to arrive in France between Boulogne and Calais.
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