Belgian Prime Minister De Croo briefly knocked out in bike fall

Belgian Prime Minister De Croo briefly knocked out in bike fall

Belgian Prime Minister De Croo briefly knocked out in bike fall

BRUSSELS — Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo fell from a bicycle and briefly misplaced consciousness however hospital exams revealed no lasting results, nationwide news company Belga reported.

The incident occurred when De Croo, 47, was on a motorcycle journey together with his son late on Saturday afternoon close to his residence within the Flanders area, based on Belga, citing the prime minister’s workplace.

De Croo misplaced consciousness for a couple of moments and was taken to hospital for checks, Belga reported.

In a video message posted on social media on Sunday, De Croo mentioned he was now again residence.

“Fortunately, I was wearing a helmet and my son called the emergency services,” mentioned De Croo, who thanked medical workers for taking care of him and well-wishers for getting in contact.

“Sport is good for your health. But sometimes you have to be a little careful,” he mentioned.

The accident was not anticipated to have an effect on the premier’s schedule for the approaching week, Belga mentioned. — Reuters

Source: www.gmanetwork.com