On April 27, 2025, at around 12:30 a.m., a violent car crash on the Brussels ring road near Anderlecht severely altered the lives of six-year-old Amir and his family. Their vehicle was struck by a repeat offender who was under the influence of alcohol and drugs and already serving a suspended sentence. The impact left the young boy with severe physical and neurological trauma, sparking a protracted medical and legal ordeal for his parents, Siham and Joffrey.
Did You Know? Amir’s ongoing medical journey includes a planned cranial operation scheduled for October, made necessary because a previous graft of his cranial flap failed to take.
Following the collision on the Brussels ring road, Amir began suffering from convulsions before lapsing into a coma, during which he underwent multiple heavy brain surgeries. When he woke up, he could no longer recognize his relatives, speak, or move independently. According to statements given by his mother, Siham, to La Dernière Heure, he suffered from right-sided hemiplegia and lost approximately 70 percent of his muscle mass. While Amir was in a coma, Siham promised she would never leave his side, leading her and her partner, Joffrey, to spend the subsequent sixteen months moving between hospitals, care centers, and insurance offices.
Amir’s medical timeline involved a transfer on June 4, 2025, from the Queen Fabiola Children’s University Hospital to the William Lennox Neurological Centre in Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve. He remained hospitalized there for thirteen months to rebuild his motor skills, language, and independence. After leaving the center on July 3, 2026, Siham enrolled him in a six-week intensive program at a specialized facility in Antwerp. Because insurance does not cover the 30,000-euro cost of this program, the family launched an online fundraiser. To secure financial help, they shared distressing images of Amir during his hospitalization—a step Siham stated she accepted solely to give her son every possible chance at recovery.
Beyond the medical challenges, the family faces significant distress regarding the judicial proceedings. The driver responsible for the crash has reportedly only faced a license revocation while awaiting trial. “He has the chance to be able to go home every evening,” Siham told reporters, contrasting the driver’s daily routine with the family’s ongoing reality of continuous medical care. To help cover rehabilitation costs, a charity event titled “Beat Dance Battle” is scheduled for Friday, August 28, at the Motown Concert in Saint-Josse, Brussels, with Amir and his family slated to attend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused Amir’s injuries?
Amir was injured when his family’s car was struck on the Brussels ring road by a repeat offender driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs while on a suspended sentence.
How long was Amir hospitalized at the William Lennox Neurological Centre?
Amir spent thirteen months at the facility in Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve after arriving there on June 4, 2025.
Why is the family raising money through a public fundraiser?
The family needs funds to cover a 30,000-euro intensive specialized training program in Antwerp that is not covered by insurance.
How do you view the balance between long-term specialized care costs and insurance coverage frameworks for crash victims?
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