Kate Matthews has been in the hospital since March after suffering intestinal problems. (David Matthews via SWNS)
A woman was hit with three parking tickets and a debt collector's letter while fighting for her life in hospital - despite paying for weekly permits.
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Kate Matthews in the hospital. (David Matthews via SWNS)
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(David Matthews via SWNS)
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