Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) was hospitalized Sunday after a two-vehicle crash in Toledo, Ohio, sustaining non-life-threatening injuries, according to police and her office. The incident occurred around 10:45 a.m. near Toledo, which lies within Ohio’s 9th Congressional District, represented by Kaptur.
Kaptur was transported to a nearby hospital for medical treatment alongside another individual involved in the collision. Her office confirmed she was a passenger in a vehicle en route to a church service when the crash occurred.
Investigation Underway
Police have classified the incident as a hit-and-run crash and are continuing their investigation. Toledo Police did not immediately release details about the other vehicle or any potential suspects. Kaptur’s office stated they are awaiting further information from authorities.
Congresswoman’s Condition
Kaptur remains active and alert while receiving treatment, according to a statement from her office. Her injuries are described as non-life-threatening, and she is expected to recover. The congresswoman has not publicly commented on the incident beyond her office’s statement.
Background on the Incident
The crash occurred in Kaptur’s home district, which includes parts of Toledo and surrounding areas. The 9th District has been a Democratic stronghold for decades, with Kaptur serving in Congress since 1983. She is currently the longest-serving woman in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Local officials have not provided additional details about the crash’s cause or the status of the investigation. No timeline for updates has been announced. This remains a developing story, and further information is expected as authorities release it.