Rudy Giuliani, the former New York City mayor, was badly hurt in a car accident in New Hampshire on Saturday, Aug. 30, according to a statement from his head of security, Michael Ragusa.
Ragusa explained on Instagram that Giuliani, 81, stopped to help a woman who was the victim of a domestic violence incident. He called 911 and stayed with her until police arrived to make sure she was safe.
Not long after, while Giuliani was driving on the highway, his vehicle was hit from behind at high speed.
Ragusa said Giuliani was taken to a nearby trauma center. Doctors diagnosed him with a fractured thoracic vertebrae, several cuts and bruises, and injuries to his left arm and lower leg.
His business partner, Maria Ryan, who is also a nurse, arrived at the hospital to help oversee his care, according to the New York Post. “He’s getting further tests and stabilization of his injuries,” Ryan told the outlet.
Ragusa added that Giuliani will likely stay in the hospital for two or three days. After that, he will need to wear a brace while he recovers from the spinal injury.
“The mayor is in great spirits. He’s a beast. He survived 9/11,” Ragusa said, referring to Giuliani’s leadership as New York City mayor from 1994 to 2001.
