Lima

Henry Hendricks with his wife, Hazel and granddaughter, Rochelle

Story and photos by Shabna Rahman

 

Rakesh Singh sat under a shed looking at the fishing boats moored in the river near the koker. He was once a thriving fisherman who would venture 25 to 30 miles out at sea in his boat and return several hours later with his catch of gilbaker, snapper and trout.

But six years ago he was a victim of a hit and run accident that changed his life. Rakesh sustained injuries to his head and feet and was almost paralyzed