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Piers Morgan has extended his condolences to Michail Antonio following a car accident that left the football star confined in his Ferrari for 45 minutes.
The 34-year-old player was airlifted to the hospital with significant leg injuries after the incident took place on Coppice Row in Epping, Essex, around 12:50 PM.
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Eventually, Michail was freed by emergency crews at 1:45 PM after being trapped for almost an hour.
Piers Morgan voiced his concerns on X after distressing images from the crash circulated online.
“Whoa… this looks really bad. Hope he’s alright,” noted the Uncensored host.
Following West Ham‘s significant health update indicating the player was in “stable condition,” the presenter remarked: “Good news…”.
Michail’s former teammate Jobi McAnuff, who played alongside him at Reading, also shared his sentiments on Instagram: “Thoughts and prayers to Michail and his family.”
This incident follows reports that the footballer’s £260,000 Ferrari FF collided with trees after going off the road.
His ex-wife Debbie made the journey from her residence in Manchester to be by his side.
A source revealed to The Sun on Sunday: “He is in serious condition.
“He is conscious and able to communicate, but everyone at the club is extremely worried. We are all just hoping he pulls through.”
Witnesses described grey smoke billowing as the car crashed in Theydon Bois, close to the home of West Ham owner David Sullivan.
One bystander commented: “Several other vehicles stopped, and people were on their phones contacting emergency services.
“The weather was terrible, with rain and wind making the roads very slippery. It didn’t seem like another car was involved.
“It looked like it had spun out of control.
“I only realized later who he was. I hope he’s okay.”
A driver passing by stated: “The right wing was torn off, along with the driver’s door and front wheel.
“I noticed firefighters had to cut parts of the car away to extract him. He appeared to have some facial injuries.”
Another source mentioned that the footballer’s legs were reportedly “shattered” in the crash.
Disturbing images from the scene reveal the aftermath of the collision.
Michail’s silver Ferrari was left on the roadside surrounded by foliage.
There was significant damage to the front and driver’s side, with the windshield severely crumpled.
Pictures displayed that only the rear of the vehicle remained intact.
In a recent update on X, the club confirmed Michail is in “stable condition” and remains hospitalized following the single-vehicle accident.
The father of four is “under close supervision” but is “conscious and communicating.”
“West Ham United can confirm that Michail Antonio is in a stable condition following a traffic accident this afternoon in Essex,” the club announced on social media.
“Michail is conscious, communicating, and currently under close supervision at a London hospital.
“During this difficult time, we kindly ask everyone to respect the privacy of Michail and his family.
“The Club will refrain from making further comments this evening but will provide updates as they become available.”
Fans on X swiftly expressed their support and prayers after the recent update.
One fan noted: “Amazing news. Here’s to a speedy recovery Michail, take all the time you need.”
Another said: “Good news! Very relieved to hear this.”
A third added: “Wishing Michail Antonio a swift recovery. Happy to know he’s in stable condition.
“Thoughts are with him and his family during this challenging time. Hoping for a full and rapid recovery.”
A representative for Essex Police stated: “Officers are investigating a serious collision in Epping and are appealing for witnesses and any dashcam footage.
“We received reports soon after 12:50 PM on Saturday, December 7, regarding a single-vehicle collision involving a Ferrari on Coppice Row, Epping.
“Emergency services arrived at the scene, and the driver was taken to the hospital.
“The vehicle has since been recovered, and we are no longer on-site.
“Our Roads Policing Unit will be conducting an investigation.
“If you have any information, CCTV, dash cam, or any other footage related to this incident, please reach out to us.
“Please quote incident 605 of 7 December to ensure it reaches the relevant personnel swiftly.
“Alternatively, you can email the investigating officer, PS Mark Hewitt.”
An Essex Fire and Rescue Service representative added: “Crews received a call to High Road, Epping, at 1:02 PM today after reports of a traffic collision involving a single vehicle.
“Upon arrival, firefighters noted that a man was trapped in his car and worked to free him by 1:45 PM.
“The injured party was left in the care of the Ambulance Service.”
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