Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani was hospitalized after sustaining serious injuries in a New Hampshire car crash, but is “in good spirits and recovering tremendously,” according to spokesperson Michael Ragusa.
Per the official statement, Giuliani was involved in a motor vehicle accident yesterday evening, prior to which he was “flagged down” by a woman who was a victim of domestic violence. The former U.S. Associate Attorney General then “immediately rendered assistance” by calling 911 and remaining on the scene until authorities arrived to help.
“Following this, while traveling on the highway, Mayor Giuliani’s vehicle was struck from behind at high speed,” the statement read. “He was transported to a nearby trauma center, where he was diagnosed with a fractured thoracic vertebrae, multiple lacerations and contusions, as well as injuries to his left arm and lower leg.”
Ragusa indicated Giuliani’s business partner and medical provider arrived shortly to oversee his care, and no further updates are available at this time.
In a separate comment, Ragusa — who noted he was Giuliani’s head of security — added: “This was not a targeted attack. We ask everyone to respect Mayor Giuliani’s privacy and recovery, and refrain from spreading unfounded conspiracy theories.”
Speaking to the New York Post, Ragusa said the GOP official is expected to stay in the Manchester, N.H. hospital for two to three days and will be required to wear a brace for the broken spine.
The former advisor and personal lawyer to president Donald Trump has kept a relatively low profile over the years. Last year, he was disbarred in New York following a state appeals court ruling that he repeatedly made false statements about Trump’s 2020 election loss.
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