Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani in hospital after car crash

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1 Sep 2025 • 4:26 PM MYT
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  • Rudy Giuliani, 81, sustained injuries in a car accident in New Hampshire on Saturday night.
  • His vehicle was struck from behind at high speed shortly after he had stopped to assist a woman involved in a domestic violence incident, a spokesperson said.
  • Giuliani was transported to a trauma centre, where he was diagnosed with a fractured thoracic vertebrae, multiple lacerations, contusions, and injuries to his left arm and lower leg.
  • His spokesperson confirmed he is in good spirits and recovering, though he is expected to remain in hospital for a few more days and will require a brace.
  • Fellow Republicans and his son have publicly expressed their well wishes for his recovery.

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