TOLEDO — U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur was a passenger in a vehicle that was struck by a hit-skip driver, according to reports.
A witness told WTOL-TV Channel 11 that the driver in the other car was picked up by another vehicle and fled the scene shortly after the crash. The witness also said that they saw Kaptur taken to the hospital from the scene from the passenger side of an SUV involved in the accident.
Kaptur’s office released a statement at 2:30 today:
“This morning Congresswoman Kaptur was a passenger in a vehicle on her way to a church service when the car she was traveling in was struck. She is active, alert, and being treated for non-life threatening injuries.
“We look forward to additional information from Toledo Police as they investigate the accident. Congresswoman Kaptur is thankful for the quick actions of first responders from Toledo Police and Fire Departments who arrived promptly on scene, and the medical professionals helping to take care of those involved in the crash.
“She expressed her deep gratitude to the hundreds of constituents who have reached out and looks forward to returning to a full schedule soon.”
The statement said Kaptur was recovering. Press reports later stated she had been treated and released at the hospital.
Context/details
Incident Overview: Officers responded to a two-vehicle crash around 10:48 a.m. in Toledo near Detroit and Central avenues.
Condition: Representative Kaptur was traveling as a passenger at the time of the collision. Her office confirms she is active, alert, and receiving medical treatment for non-life-threatening injuries.
Investigation: The Toledo Police Department is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.