GoFundMe page started for Ross Tighe and family in aftermath of Bogie tragedy
A GoFundMe for the sole survivor of a mass shooting that killed three members of his family has raised a staggering amount in just two days.
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A fundraising page created to help the survivor of a horror mass shooting at a remote North Queensland property that wiped out three members of his family has raised more than $14,000 in four days.
Police allege Ross Tighe witnessed his brother Graham Tighe, 35, mother Maree Schwarz, 59, and stepfather Mervyn Schwarz, 71, shot and killed at close range with a rifle at Bogie, west of Bowen.
The young father was shot in the stomach as he allegedly ran for his life, hiding in bushes as gunshots continued to ring out.
Ross was able to run to a farm ute and drive about 40km to a neighbouring property to raise alarm.
RACQ CQ Rescue flew him to Mackay Base Hospital where he underwent lifesaving surgery and remains recovering.
On Saturday he was “up and walking about” surrounded by loved ones.
Darryl Young, who owns the Shannonvale Rd property where the mass shooting occurred, has been arrested and charged with three counts of murder and one count of attempted murder.
He will appear in Proserpine Magistrates Court on Monday.
Police allege the family were gunned down after Mr Young invited them to his farm to discuss a dispute over property boundary lines.
The Schwarz family had only purchased their property on Sutherland Rd in mid-2021, but it is alleged there have been long-running boundary line disputes.
Angel Flight Australia flew family members on Saturday to be by Ross’s side as he recovers in hospital.
A GoFundMe page, titled ‘Support Ross and Kaitlin’s family and recovery’, has since been created with more than $14,000 raised for a goal of $15,000.
“The Tighe family suffered a horrific tragedy,” the fundraiser states.
“As some may be aware through news articles three family members have tragically lost their lives in Bogie, leaving Ross a sole survivor of this heinous crime.
“This tragedy will have forever changed the lives of Ross and his partner Kaity and their young daughter.
“We have created this fund to help them with the aftermath of suddenly having their worlds turned upside down.
“Please help us lessen some of this burden and unforeseen future costs.”
Sonia Spurdle is the top donor so far with a $1000 donation.
Two anonymous donors gifted $500 each.
Some have left messages of support alongside their gift.
Jeanette Williamson donated $100 and wrote: “Ross my thoughts are with you and your family.”
There have been 112 total donations so far.
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