Giuliani spokesman Michael Ragusa said in a statement on X on Aug. 31 that the former New York City mayor was involved in the accident after he was flagged down by a woman who “was the victim of a domestic violence incident.”
“Giuliani immediately rendered assistance and contacted 911,” and “he remained on scene until responding officers arrived to ensure her safety,” Ragusa said.
As he was traveling on the highway afterwards, Giuliani’s vehicle was hit from behind at a high rate of speed, his spokesman added. Giuliani was taken to a nearby hospital’s trauma center for treatment and was diagnosed with a fractured vertebra, the statement said.
He also suffered several cuts and bruises and injuries to his left arm and leg, Ragusa said.
Giuliani, 81, is recovering and in “great spirits,” Ragusa told the New York Post.