An 80-year-old Ohio congresswoman and her driver were rushed to a Toledo hospital Sunday morning after a hit-and-run driver struck their vehicle, and the person responsible is still at large.

Rep. Marcy Kaptur, a Democrat who has held her seat since 1983, was riding as a passenger on her way to a church service when another vehicle crossed into the path of her car at the intersection of North Detroit and Central avenues in Toledo around 10:48 a.m. local time. The driver of the at-fault vehicle fled the scene. Both Kaptur and her driver, Kegan Zimmermann, were transported to St. Vincent's medical center with what officials described as non-life-threatening injuries.

Toledo police confirmed the crash, calling it a "hit-skip" incident, and said they impounded both vehicles as evidence. The investigation, Fox News Digital reported, remains in its early stages, but police say they already have strong leads.

Kaptur's office says she is 'active and alert'

A spokesperson for the congresswoman released a statement shortly after the crash confirming Kaptur's condition:

"This morning, Congresswoman Kaptur was a passenger in a vehicle on her way to a church service when the car she was traveling in was struck. She is active, alert, and being treated for non-life threatening injuries."

Kaptur's office later posted on X that the congresswoman was grateful for the rapid response of Toledo police and firefighters. Her staff said she "looks forward to returning to a full schedule soon" and expressed thanks to what they described as hundreds of constituents who reached out after news of the crash broke.

No details about the specific nature of either Kaptur's or Zimmermann's injuries have been released. The relationship between Zimmermann and Kaptur, whether he is a staffer, a personal driver, or someone else, has not been publicly clarified.

Toledo police chief vows to hold the fleeing driver accountable

Toledo Police Chief Michael Troendle said he spoke with Kaptur on Sunday and issued a statement pledging to find the person who caused the crash and ran.

"Our investigators continue to make progress on this case. I appreciate the work our investigators have put in today, as well as the cooperation we've received from members of the community. We're committed to identifying the person responsible and ensuring they are held accountable."

Police said the at-fault vehicle was traveling southbound when it came into Kaptur's vehicle's path. The Washington Examiner reported that the driver who caused the collision was picked up by a different vehicle after fleeing the scene, a detail that raises obvious questions about whether the escape was planned or opportunistic.

That detail has not been addressed publicly by Toledo police, who described investigators as following "several strong leads." No arrest had been announced as of Sunday evening.

Hit-and-run crashes are a persistent problem in American cities, and the fact that this one involved a sitting member of Congress will likely intensify public pressure on Toledo authorities to close the case quickly. The incident also stands in contrast to cases where prominent political figures have been on the other side of such incidents, Paul Pelosi faced a hit-and-run charge after striking a parked car in Napa County.

Colleagues from both parties offer prayers for recovery

Kaptur, 80, is the longest-serving woman in the history of the U.S. House. She has represented Ohio's 9th Congressional District for more than four decades and is currently seeking her 23rd term in Congress, AP News noted, in what is expected to be a competitive rematch race.

The crash drew responses from both sides of the aisle. Republican Derek Merrin, Kaptur's opponent, asked the public to pray for her recovery.

Newsmax reported that Merrin said: "Please join me in praying for her speedy recovery and all those injured in the crash." Rep. Andy Biggs, an Arizona Republican, echoed the sentiment, saying he was "praying for my colleague" and wishing her a swift return to full health, as the Washington Examiner noted.

Congress has faced a string of jarring personal crises involving its members in recent years. Separate from Kaptur's situation, allegations against Rep. Max Miller prompted calls for his resignation, and internal party fractures have tested both caucuses on issues from Israel aid votes to ethics oversight.

Key questions remain unanswered

As of Sunday, several basic facts about the crash remain unknown. Police have not publicly identified the at-fault driver or described the vehicle involved. They have not said whether speed, impairment, or any other factor contributed to the collision. The name and location of the church Kaptur was heading to have not been disclosed.

Kaptur's office said it looks forward to additional information from Toledo police as the investigation continues. Just The News reported that Kaptur was one of two people taken to the hospital, confirming the accounts from Toledo police and the congresswoman's staff.

Toledo Fire & Rescue also responded to the scene, though the department had not publicly commented as of publication.

An 80-year-old woman on her way to Sunday church service shouldn't have to worry about being run off the road, and the person who did it shouldn't get to disappear. Toledo police say they're close. The public will be watching to see if that promise holds.