Rudy Giuliani, the former mayor of New York, suffered significant injuries in a car accident that happened Saturday evening in New Hampshire, according to a statement from his security team.
His vehicle was reportedly “hit from behind at high speed,” as stated by Michael Ragusa, Giuliani’s security chief.
Giuliani, who has previously served as a lawyer for President Trump, was transported to a nearby trauma center where it was confirmed he has a broken thoracic vertebra, multiple lacerations, and injuries to his left arm and lower limbs.
Maria Ryan, a nurse practitioner and business associate of Giuliani, was informed and went to the hospital to assist.
Before the accident, Ragusa indicated that Giuliani had been flagged down by a woman in distress due to a domestic violence incident.
“Mayor Giuliani immediately provided assistance and called 911. He stayed at the scene until an officer arrived to ensure her safety,” Ragusa said.
Later, Ragusa told a local outlet that the collision happened shortly after Giuliani got back in his car.
He emphasized that the domestic violence incident was “random and unrelated” to the crash.
Ragusa expressed confidence in Giuliani’s resilience, noting, “He survived 9/11.”
The New Hampshire State Police have not yet commented on the incident.
Ryan provided an update indicating that Giuliani is undergoing further tests and is being stabilized.
Ragusa also took to social media to dismiss any conspiracy theories surrounding the accident, asserting that Giuliani was in a rental car and “no one knew it was him.”
He urged respect for Giuliani’s privacy and recovery, urging people to avoid spreading unfounded theories.
Once dubbed the “mayor of America,” Giuliani has been embroiled in controversy as he sought to challenge the results of the 2020 presidential election, making unfounded claims of voter fraud. His efforts led to numerous lawsuits, recounts, and audits, all of which failed to uncover any substantial evidence to support his claims.
He has since faced serious legal issues, including a $148 million judgment against him from two Georgia election workers for spreading false accusations that aimed to undermine election integrity. Additionally, he has been banned from practicing law in the nation’s capital.
