Representative Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) was hospitalized on Sunday after a hit-and-run car crash in Toledo, Ohio, which occurred at approximately 10:45 a.m. Kaptur, 80, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was a passenger in a vehicle that was struck in the incident. She and another individual were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. A spokesperson for Kaptur confirmed her condition, stating she is active and alert. Witnesses reported that the driver of the other vehicle fled the scene after being picked up by another vehicle. The Toledo Police Department is currently investigating the crash and will provide updates as they become available. Kaptur's colleagues in the House expressed their wishes for her recovery, with Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ) and Rep. Brendan Boyle (D-PA) both offering prayers for her health. Kaptur is running for reelection this year for a 23rd term in Congress, facing Republican nominee Derek Merrin in November.
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Rep. Marcy Kaptur hospitalized after hit-and-run crash in Toledo, Ohio
Rep. Marcy Kaptur was hospitalized after a hit-and-run accident in Toledo, Ohio, on Sunday morning. She sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is currently receiving treatment. The Toledo Police Department is investigating the incident.
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