Former BBC Radio presenter in coma 'after being attacked in Benidorm bar'
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A former BBC Radio presenter is in an induced coma after being attacked in a bar in Benidorm, according to reports.
Comedian Jimmy Carol, 63, is seriously ill in a hospital in Spain with a bleed on the brain and a fractured skull.
According to reports, he was hit so hard he "hit the floor already unconscious".
He is believed to have woken up briefly in order to "murmur some incomprehensible words" shortly before he was put into an induced coma.
Medics rushed Mr Carol into immediate surgery to release pressure and swelling on his brain.
He has been transferred to Alicante Hospital for further CT scans and monitoring.
His son Daniel is believed to be at his bedside.
(Image: Facebook)
(Image: Facebook)
BBC journalist Andy Kershaw said Jimmy's son James confirmed the news on Facebook.
James asked for prayers towards his dad's "full healing and recovery".
The man who allegedly hit Jimmy "ran off immediately afterwards", according to reports. He is believed to be still at large and Spanish police are involved.
On Jimmy's website, he is described as "a man with a social conscience" as well as a "well-established radio presenter and entertainer".
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His biography reads: "From his roots as an entertainer with over thirty years experience both at home and abroad, Jimmy Carol has successfully diversified into other areas of the entertainment sector.
"He is a well-established radio presenter and has interviewed world renowned celebrities for BBC Radio Sheffield’s shows.
"More recently, he has extended his skills into theatre, television and voice over work.
"He has also worked as a Compere and has a good track record as an entertaining after dinner Speaker.
"A man with a social conscience, he actively supports various charities, arranging and performing in benefit shows, often coercing his friends in the entertainment world into working beside him on a voluntary basis.
"In summary, Jimmy is an experienced, talented, all-round professional performer."