The short version
- Marcy Kaptur was treated for non-life-threatening injuries after a crash on Sunday morning.
- Police classified the incident as a hit-and-run involving two vehicles near her home district.
- The representative remains active and alert while continuing her re-election campaign.
U.S. Representative Marcy Kaptur is receiving medical care for minor injuries following a traffic accident in Toledo, Ohio. The 80-year-old Democrat was a passenger in the vehicle when it collided with another car shortly before 11 a.m. local time on Sunday. Her office confirmed she was en route to a church service at the time of the incident.
Local law enforcement described the event as a hit-and-run, noting that the other driver did not remain at the scene. Despite the nature of the collision, officials stated that Kaptur is active and alert. Medical personnel treated her for injuries that are not considered life-threatening, allowing her to remain conscious and responsive during transport.
Kaptur, who represents Ohio’s ninth congressional district, has served in the House for 43 years, making her the longest-serving female lawmaker in chamber history. She is currently seeking re-election against Republican challenger Derek Merrin. Her office has not indicated any pause in campaign activities as she recovers from the accident.
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- The Guardian US Politics↗US representative Marcy Kaptur taken to hospital after car crash
