U.S. Senator Chris Coons was hospitalized on Sunday after being involved in a multi-car collision in Sussex County, Delaware.
According to his office, Coons was a passenger in a car that was involved in the collision, which occurred due to a medical incident by another driver.
The nature and severity of Coons' injuries have not been disclosed, but his office has confirmed that he was treated for minor injuries at Beebe Hospital.
Coons is currently recovering at home and is expected to make a full and swift recovery, according to his office.
Senator Coons has expressed his gratitude to the first responders, including the Lewes Police Department, Lewes and Rehoboth Fire Departments, and Sussex County Emergency Medical Services, as well as the doctors and nurses at Beebe Hospital, for their prompt and professional response.
Coons, who has been serving as Delaware's senior senator since his election in 2010, feels relieved that no one was seriously injured in the crash.
