DC Shadow Congressman Oye Owolewa is currently hospitalized after a major car crash on Alabama Avenue SE. The accident occurred around 5:30 p.m. on Friday, resulting in Owolewa briefly losing consciousness. He was immediately taken to United Medical Center and is now in stable condition.
Details about the cause of the crash are still unknown, and Owolewa’s office has requested privacy as he recovers. Owolewa, who serves as D.C.’s shadow congressman, has been an advocate for D.C. statehood and voting rights for its residents.
Owolewa was recently elected to represent the District of Columbia in the U.S. House of Representatives as a shadow representative. He ran as a Democrat in the 2020 election and has been a vocal supporter of D.C. statehood.
The news of Owolewa’s accident has sparked concern among his constituents and colleagues. Many have taken to social media to send well wishes and hope for a speedy recovery for the congressman.
As investigations into the cause of the crash continue, Owolewa’s office is providing updates on his condition and recovery. The congressman’s accident serves as a reminder of the dangers of traveling on D.C. roads and the importance of road safety.
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