US Representative Marcy Kaptur was hospitalized after a car crash in Toledo, Ohio, on Sunday. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing The Guardian.
According to Kaptur's office, the 80-year-old politician was a passenger in the vehicle and was on her way to church. She sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is currently receiving treatment.
The Toledo Police Department did not respond to a request for comment from Reuters, but told local news outlets that officers responded to a two-vehicle crash shortly before 11 a.m. local time. Police described it as a hit-and-run, also sometimes known as a "hit-skip" incident. Multiple outlets reported that Kaptur was taken to the hospital.
Kaptur represents Ohio's ninth congressional district and has been in the US House of Representatives for 43 years. Her office said in a statement: "She is active, alert, and being treated for non-life-threatening injuries."
According to House records, she is the longest-serving female lawmaker in the history of the chamber. She is seeking re-election in the fall against Derek Merrin, a Republican former member of the Ohio legislature.
The district includes parts of Toledo and stretches across north-western Ohio along the southern shore of Lake Erie. She was born in Toledo and before becoming an elected politician herself, she worked in urban planning and advised Jimmy Carter's administration.
Details of the crash
Toledo police said the crash involved two vehicles, and one vehicle fled the scene. Police are currently investigating the circumstances of the incident.
Kaptur's political career
Marcy Kaptur has been a member of the US House of Representatives since 1983. She is a member of the Democratic Party and was elected from Ohio's ninth district. She made history as the longest-serving female lawmaker in the House.
Kaptur's district includes part of Toledo and covers north-western Ohio along the southern shore of Lake Erie. She was born in Toledo and worked in urban planning before entering politics.
Re-election campaign
Kaptur is running for re-election in the fall against Republican Derek Merrin, a former member of the Ohio legislature. This campaign is expected to be a significant milestone in her long political career.
Conclusion
Marcy Kaptur's condition is not a cause for concern; she is in the hospital receiving treatment. Her office reported that her condition is stable and her life is not in danger. Police continue to investigate the incident.